Becorns: Whimsical creations sculpted from Nature

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  • Опубліковано 3 гру 2022
  • Rhode Island artist and toy designer David Bird was inspired to create fanciful, tiny sculptures out of acorns, sticks, ferns and feathers - art he has dubbed "Becorns" - which are attracting curious birds and wildlife (and plenty of humans, too). Correspondent Faith Salie reports.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 354

  • @nlp6082
    @nlp6082 Рік тому +323

    I feel like this should be a children’s show or book. He’s quite innovative.

    • @aprilmorris4588
      @aprilmorris4588 Рік тому +4

      There you go! He should work at #laika studios! They'd love him over there.

    • @montogomery478
      @montogomery478 Рік тому +1

      Agreed

    • @lovelace8702
      @lovelace8702 Рік тому +2

      First thing I thought was I want to find his kids book. So lovely and light. Perfect for a children's book

  • @seanstark4312
    @seanstark4312 Рік тому +204

    I would honestly love to see a Stop Motion animation with them

    • @sebastianw9347
      @sebastianw9347 Рік тому +10

      absolutely!

    • @3nertia
      @3nertia 6 місяців тому

      Oooh, there's an idea! I was thinking CG but stop motion is a better idea!

  • @cgrsworld
    @cgrsworld Рік тому +317

    Our world truly needs more David Birds. Thank you for recognizing him!!

    • @verazgonik
      @verazgonik Рік тому +1

      He is great:) There are a few more you will probably enjoy, the first that started this that I know of is a Polish guy Petr Vaclavek www.youtube.com/@PetrVaclavek and he has a great sense of humor:). Than, there's George Mouse and Where the gnomes live channel. I hope you enjoy!

    • @piratessalyx7871
      @piratessalyx7871 Рік тому +2

      Found his videos just a few weeks ago, and then spotted this, SO GREAT he was recognized. I love making small people, gnomes and fairies as well. Sad that the few acorn trees in my neighborhood either are gone or no longer produce viable acorns.

  • @yepperdeedooda
    @yepperdeedooda Рік тому +177

    Positive stories like this is what the world needs right now.

    • @JohnDoe-xu2vx
      @JohnDoe-xu2vx Рік тому +1

      Agreed, its best when CBS stays off politics

    • @ronaldpagar6513
      @ronaldpagar6513 Рік тому

      ​@@JohnDoe-xu2vx nor woke agenda as well

  • @louisem.3829
    @louisem.3829 Рік тому +76

    When I was a young child I would spend weekends with my dad. We’d go to the park and we’d collect acorns and take them back to his apartment where he’d use sculpting clay to turn them into acorn people. Still one of my best memories from childhood.

    • @pexavex7295
      @pexavex7295 Рік тому +5

      Sounds like a really fun time!

  • @evergreen8965
    @evergreen8965 Рік тому +180

    He deserves this recognition! His UA-cam channel is lovely. Quite the storyteller…

    • @evergreen8965
      @evergreen8965 Рік тому +7

      Oh and an amazing artist 😉!

    • @Tchika
      @Tchika Рік тому +4

      yes, his videos have such a calming effect on me

    • @3nertia
      @3nertia 6 місяців тому

      Every time I watch one of his videos, I'm all abuzz with excitement! His gifts are truly magical!

  • @pretzeltime3900
    @pretzeltime3900 Рік тому +40

    It’s wonderful that CBS Sunday Morning filmed and aired this awesome man and his Becorns. I found his UA-cam channel a while ago and I’m so fascinated by his talent. Even bought 2 gorgeous calendars this year for Christmas gifts. They are beautiful!

  • @TheInkinGardenSpot
    @TheInkinGardenSpot Рік тому +22

    I adore David's work and his awe and respect for nature. His little Becorns are magical and do make you feel alive and hopeful. They each have their own special characteristics that make them so very loveable. Thank you for recognizing his amazing talent and inspiration. Long live the Becorns and long live the beautiful, magical natural world. We must all do our part to care for this amazing, finite planet that we are fortunate enough to call home.💕thank you, David Bird for showcasing how truly magical nature and innocence are.

  • @oliviabb73849
    @oliviabb73849 Рік тому +32

    Can’t believe Beacorns is getting the recognition they deserve ❤; been following Beacorns for a year or two now. Thank you, thank you ❤.

    • @GaiaCarney
      @GaiaCarney Рік тому +2

      olivia buller - me, too! I first saw his Becorns videos a year ago and fell in love 🥰 The names he gives them are so precious, Thank You, David M. Bird 🐿

  • @NaticzkaKaminskaHenryDolphin
    @NaticzkaKaminskaHenryDolphin Рік тому +60

    I'm watching from Poland this is not new to us here. In our culture figurines/organic toys like this are made for centuries. We learn to make them in art class in kindergarten, not only from acorns but also from chestnuts. I remember making them as a kid. Of course, these are very specific and original, David Brid's own and they are beautiful and so cute! Glad that I watched this video. This story is like a warm blanket - just positive vibes and such a pleasure to watch! We need more of this. Also, the arrangements of these tiny sculptures and the pictures that David takes of them are wonderful. I will check it out.

    • @eurybaric
      @eurybaric Рік тому

      Nice! What are they called?

    • @JorgeTorrespluspage
      @JorgeTorrespluspage Рік тому

      I'd like to know the name of this tradition if you don't mind.
      Here in Mexico there used to be a similar toy making tradition but a bit less nature oriented, made instead with wood and thin and other materials with the characteristic colorful decorations.

  • @HollyOllyOxenfree-
    @HollyOllyOxenfree- Рік тому +102

    Ive followed this fellow for a few years. So cool to see his ideas now recognized in this way. I watched the summoning g a blue bird build,and I thoroughly enjoyed it! So happy for him

  • @mbusoguma5504
    @mbusoguma5504 Рік тому +2

    Nothing more relaxing than watching Dave's videos. Seems simple until you realize the amount of work he puts in...

  • @femmec6644
    @femmec6644 Рік тому +38

    This story makes my heart feel good. So glad David followed his passion and shared his whimsical world with us!

  • @Derrick6162
    @Derrick6162 Рік тому +1

    I'm 61 years old, I love the Becorns. They seem so real but kinda like a fairy tale too. Enjoyed, Thanks for sharing...

  • @sarahschnapf7859
    @sarahschnapf7859 Рік тому +20

    I LOVE BECORNS & squealed w joy when this segment came on. Thank you CBS Sunday Morning 🎺🌄 ❣️

    • @HollyOllyOxenfree-
      @HollyOllyOxenfree- Рік тому +6

      Same! I'm so happy to see it picked up nationally! I see a line of children's books,toys and merch of all sorts ahead!

    • @sarahschnapf7859
      @sarahschnapf7859 Рік тому +6

      Becorns are an amazing way to remind us all nature is a gift to take in & enjoy & to not get caught in the busyness of life.

  • @marykuhn7510
    @marykuhn7510 10 місяців тому +1

    I am 71 and I love those becorns! He Does amazing things with them.

  • @mkaltreider5322
    @mkaltreider5322 Рік тому +30

    Love seeing David Bird's work on CBS Morning, I just found him myself earlier this year. I can't wait for my Becorns calendar I put on my Christmas wish list 😍

    • @GC-jk6zd
      @GC-jk6zd Рік тому +3

      Me too

    • @robindelude3787
      @robindelude3787 Рік тому +3

      I got mine a couple weeks back. It’s absolutely delightful! 🥰

    • @mkaltreider5322
      @mkaltreider5322 Рік тому +2

      @@robindelude3787 I just got mine - It is absolutely delightful 💖

  • @K3L1evt
    @K3L1evt Рік тому +14

    Hope he lands a deal with a kids network to do an actual show. So adorable.

  • @3nertia
    @3nertia 6 місяців тому +1

    I love that the Love of Becorns is spreading!

  • @anastasiabeaverhausen8220
    @anastasiabeaverhausen8220 Рік тому +2

    He spent 5 yrs. at Lego. Ahhh, now I understand. :) I saw these last yr. on You Tube and thought they were one of the most charming things ever.

  • @I_WANT_MY_SLAW
    @I_WANT_MY_SLAW Рік тому +9

    I like them because they are cute. I think their cuteness makes them compelling. They remind me of the doozers from the 80's Jim Hensen show, _Fraggle Rock._

  • @VelvetCrone
    @VelvetCrone Рік тому

    "...and to know that other people are feeling that and appreciating that..." YES! THANK YOU!

  • @deniseberman8633
    @deniseberman8633 Рік тому +2

    These little critters just put a smile on my face. So absolutely adorable. He’s so lucky to have discovered this little world. Keep up the good work, we want to see more.

  • @cloudyday1617
    @cloudyday1617 Рік тому

    The Becorn world is a place of peace, purity & love. How i wish i could live in a Becorn world.

  • @PLynn102
    @PLynn102 Рік тому +13

    I just watched this on TV....amazing young man and I love his creations!!!

  • @kimberlyenglehardt5770
    @kimberlyenglehardt5770 Рік тому

    I wasn’t going to watch this. I pick and choose. And then I did. I love you Sunday Morning and Jane Pauley and all of you! You spread joy.

  • @stormjacobs5497
    @stormjacobs5497 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for showcasing him. He is wonderful and his Becorns are so so adorable and a delight to view. They never fail to make me smile.🫶

  • @nichole8609
    @nichole8609 Рік тому +1

    David's videos were recommended to me and I was so enchanted. Glad that he is being recognized.

  • @susieq8924
    @susieq8924 Рік тому +10

    GREAT! So proud of you! Don’t ever lose that magic! ✨🐿✨

  • @frogpalpeeper4249
    @frogpalpeeper4249 Рік тому

    His artful Becorns are simply enchanting!

  • @johnscott7195
    @johnscott7195 Рік тому +17

    One person who has an original one of a kind idea and expresses it like this guy..unique in every way and enchants an otherwise mundane existence.

  • @MartheBishopMcDonald
    @MartheBishopMcDonald Рік тому

    So awesome for David Bird to be nationally recognized!

  • @deannfrey3469
    @deannfrey3469 Рік тому +5

    I just love his creations. They remind me of my childhood.

  • @redwoods7370
    @redwoods7370 Рік тому +3

    We need a Becorn movie!

  • @summerrain7466
    @summerrain7466 Рік тому +5

    I love these Becorns!

  • @karamcfly
    @karamcfly Рік тому +3

    I so appreciate David Bird and his art. Definitely magic!

  • @zoecunningham3019
    @zoecunningham3019 Рік тому +21

    Phenomenal imagination creativity! Brilliant presention for numerous people to participate wonderfully gathering in nature with their whimsical creative nuts

    • @caroleem1319
      @caroleem1319 Місяць тому

      Just wondering what they could sell for??

  • @26Blkbeauty
    @26Blkbeauty Рік тому +1

    His channel is peaceful to watch. I wish he could create a movie using his Becorn characters.

  • @jodywade5617
    @jodywade5617 Рік тому

    I'm so happy his creations have come to the front of the line of the media.

  • @d.v.crystal5589
    @d.v.crystal5589 Рік тому

    Oh frabjus day, caloo callay, these Becorns bring me joy!

  • @kristenkaz3080
    @kristenkaz3080 Рік тому +13

    What an amazing & talented man. What I wouldn’t give to have a Becorn in my backyard.

  • @chuckomgyahoo
    @chuckomgyahoo Рік тому +3

    I.......I freaking love his point of inspiration......looking down and seeing the LEGO pieces transform into acorn people!!!... Awesome

  • @breefeez
    @breefeez Рік тому +2

    One of my favorite artists!! I also love the amount of bird puns in this video 😂

  • @GC-jk6zd
    @GC-jk6zd Рік тому +6

    How do I love Becorns?....Let me count the ways. 😍

  • @MissTease77
    @MissTease77 Рік тому

    My gosh I feel great watching David’s videos , so curious ,and takes me back when I use to pick leaves and play with clay and build forest and mushrooms and leave on carton displays , love it 🥰🥰🥰

  • @jennyanimal9046
    @jennyanimal9046 Рік тому

    Earth is a beautiful place. Plants and animals are amazing.

  • @lindaward3156
    @lindaward3156 Рік тому

    as a child (MA) I loved acorns. I'd collect them and even ate some. how lovely he transformed these often-overlooked gems of nature.

  • @kbeetles
    @kbeetles Рік тому

    Enchantment with the natural world around us is how it was meant to be for young and old!

  • @soniaalvarado5372
    @soniaalvarado5372 Рік тому +7

    I’ve never heard of him or becorns! Incredible!

  • @phoebeandem8015
    @phoebeandem8015 Рік тому +4

    I love this! It satisfies my fairy 🧚🏾‍♀️ notions, magical beliefs and little people fascination! He’s so chill too.

  • @tarajoyce3598
    @tarajoyce3598 Рік тому +1

    I love David and his Becorns. His magic needs amplified. Whimsy, kindness and nature all wrapped up in a fantasy.

  • @eleanorsendeavors29
    @eleanorsendeavors29 Рік тому +3

    I love that his last name is "Bird"... 🪶🐦

  • @PhilVerryChannel
    @PhilVerryChannel Рік тому

    I am crushing on him. That face, that spirit. ♡

  • @victoriakraft6055
    @victoriakraft6055 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoy seeing the becorns come to life with nature 🌈

  • @Jamie_Pritchard
    @Jamie_Pritchard Рік тому

    Really glad this is all taking off for him. The Becorns are charming and the photography is beautiful.

  • @Emg2463
    @Emg2463 Рік тому

    I knew his creations would make it big ! One look at these adorable happy little nuts and you're HOOKED !!

  • @monicaeastway4534
    @monicaeastway4534 8 місяців тому

    Becorns are Awesome! Thank YOU!!!!

  • @irenedhakde4692
    @irenedhakde4692 Рік тому

    Of course we understans how much fun that is!!! I can spend two days on making a little weird fun sculpture and I could spend the whole day crouching somewhere for the joy of sighting that pretty bird hopefully at some point. And I steal my children's books to read too.
    You combine all that and there we are! The World of the Becorns or simply the World, the way we want to see it... !
    Nice to know that I am not the only one on earth who loves doing this kind of stuff!

  • @itsmereem6748
    @itsmereem6748 Рік тому

    I love david birds works. Truely magical.

  • @cathybates4739
    @cathybates4739 Рік тому

    I love Becorns! Super creative. Can’t wait to see where he takes this.

  • @Feeoryne
    @Feeoryne 6 місяців тому

    I love this tiny world of becorn!!

  • @HeidiSue60
    @HeidiSue60 Рік тому +1

    Oh Yay! I found Becorns on UA-cam a month or so ago, and caught this piece on CBS Sunday Morning.. I just love this! so adorable

  • @haru1221
    @haru1221 Рік тому +3

    Becorns make my heart full! 🥰

  • @adelaferreira4575
    @adelaferreira4575 Рік тому +5

    That is a beautiful creative spirit ,all this little wonders are so cute ,thanks for sharing and keep up the wonderful craft !

  • @calliedaly1940
    @calliedaly1940 Рік тому

    His channel is so full of joy.

  • @lindaferencz2741
    @lindaferencz2741 Рік тому

    David, all I want to say you are amazing. I love your videos .
    We need in this world more like you.

  • @vegetariansuniteworldwide8091
    @vegetariansuniteworldwide8091 Рік тому +3

    I hope he makes a movie!❤🎉

  • @trillium.3.24
    @trillium.3.24 Рік тому

    Becorns are my spirit animal.

  • @MechaPig227
    @MechaPig227 Рік тому +1

    This is adorable! I just want to see everything that happens in their little world!

  • @debrahowell4529
    @debrahowell4529 Рік тому +1

    Oh my! This is awesome!!! You have no idea how much joy you have brought me. God bless you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are truly blessed and know your purpose for being here on this planet. You should be so proud.

  • @pedallove7058
    @pedallove7058 Рік тому +5

    I'm so thrilled you did this story on this talented man!

  • @JoaniesDollPhotography
    @JoaniesDollPhotography Рік тому

    The Becorns are delightful creatures!

  • @cherylwelch2609
    @cherylwelch2609 Рік тому

    They are just precious.

  • @rabbi.rahman
    @rabbi.rahman Рік тому

    A beautiful inspiration to follow. Mr. David Bird is really enthusiastic. I appreciate his work so much.

  • @TheSmokie55
    @TheSmokie55 Рік тому

    This guy is on UA-cam and needs to put out more videos. They are mesmerizing.

  • @KevinOnEarth_
    @KevinOnEarth_ Рік тому

    What attracts me most to becorns is the whimsical nature of them. His style makes them so benevolent. David nailed it when he said it captures our sense of wonder that there may be a small world of little acorn people hidden from us.
    It’s the main reason why the secret life of arrietty is my favorite ghibli film.

  • @jacquelineireland2273
    @jacquelineireland2273 Рік тому +2

    In tune with nature and mother earth. That's a beautiful thing. These becorns are adorable.

  • @Marissa_loves_Jesus
    @Marissa_loves_Jesus Рік тому

    I live these! My inner child loves the cute ideas of what these little guys are doing. Very creative and inspiring.

  • @noradonovan6707
    @noradonovan6707 Рік тому +2

    Wonderful artist....Wow!
    However, I am reminded of an unsettling "classic" from my childhood..Miss Hickory. Still recovering...lol.

  • @richardcaplinger3622
    @richardcaplinger3622 Рік тому

    This man is special. He is the definition of imagination. I hope everyone that sees this will subribe to his channel.

  • @margaretmurphy9498
    @margaretmurphy9498 Рік тому

    I love becorns. David is so creative

  • @sherryrector2275
    @sherryrector2275 Рік тому

    Love these Becorns.

  • @bingusbingus776
    @bingusbingus776 Рік тому

    Yes David rocks all the eggcorns..❤❤❤❤

  • @Darci3333
    @Darci3333 Рік тому

    Disney should do animation shows with Becorns I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to see that truly.....❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @veganleigh4817
    @veganleigh4817 Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for this. I can't believe I've never heard of David Bird, or Becorns. Absolutely fascinating.

  • @candythrower
    @candythrower Рік тому

    That is just the cutest thing I've ever seen man...

  • @lepoetegribouille1532
    @lepoetegribouille1532 Рік тому

    Best great idea of the century !

  • @aprilmorris4588
    @aprilmorris4588 Рік тому

    I am totally smitten 🥰 with these sweet Becorns. 💚 🕊️ 🐿️ 🌰✍️🎨🧑‍🎨

  • @janetpattison8474
    @janetpattison8474 Рік тому +4

    OMG ! How incredibly creative! And cute! And fun, and sooo sweet.

  • @patrickhoy2475
    @patrickhoy2475 Рік тому

    What a truly wonderful little world you have shared with us. Adults still have that love of woodland little entities recalled from our childhood memories, What you have done is to create a magical world where your little creations are so individually cute as! I have started making them for my grandaughter, Love your creativity. Rosie Hoy New Zealand

  • @trudy285
    @trudy285 Рік тому +1

    These are adorable! 🥰 👏
    TYVM for sharing!👍
    I have a neighbor who's pin oak is probably going to have acorns fall onto my driveway sometime next spring. Those first acorns take 30-40 years, I read, to establish their first season. I've noticed the buds as I'm frequently cleaning up the debris of fallen leaves twice a year, with some branches too. Initially I was thinking about just making some acorn flour. Which is a very sweet flour from a bit of a tedious process. Good for baking or tossing a heaping spoonful on top of some yogurt. Now I'm intrigued to try to make some of these cuties for my winter wildlife feeding station back in my woods! 🤭😂
    Brightest Blessings to You! ☺️✌️❤️🦋🙏

  • @tennessee6342
    @tennessee6342 Рік тому

    Talent at its finest!

  • @billyjam4012
    @billyjam4012 Рік тому

    He was like lady you don't think I've heard that squirrel line a million times already

  • @donaldharlan3981
    @donaldharlan3981 Рік тому +6

    Excellent Craft !! Beautiful pictures. 😃

  • @heathergibson2891
    @heathergibson2891 Рік тому

    I'm so glad David Bird received the big time recognition he deserves!

  • @matthewzundel7634
    @matthewzundel7634 11 місяців тому

    David, I love your imagination and creativity. Thanks for sharing!

  • @norathefish3338
    @norathefish3338 Рік тому

    I love that he's created The Becorn World! 🐿🤎

  • @thearoy5061
    @thearoy5061 Рік тому +2

    Becorns are wonderful! I have one of David's photos and love seeing his work/play. So glad he's getting some national attention!

  • @DrSP1800
    @DrSP1800 10 місяців тому +1

    Toys should be like this.

  • @cuffinosanjuan
    @cuffinosanjuan Рік тому

    I've been following his UA-cam channel for a year and I'm so happy he got the recognition he deserves. He's such a wonderful artist!!!