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The ornithological artist drawing 1,000 birds by hand
The mission of the Flock app is quietly subversive: to encourage users to ditch their screens and explore the wonderful world of birding
TL;DR
- Ornithological illustrator Keith Hansen is creating hand-painted illustrations of approximately 1,000 bird species for the Flock app.
- The Flock app, developed by Adam Donkin and Bob Stevenson, aims to foster a community of conservationists by encouraging users to engage with the outdoors through birding.
- The app incorporates elements of computer gaming and social networking, but is designed to draw attention away from the screen and into the natural world.
- Flock features a minimalistic interface, allowing users to search for birds, record sightings, and interact with a community through features like a "high-five" button.
- The app uses AI-generated animations to bring Hansen's illustrations to life, enhancing the user experience.