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Common Loon Chick Photography Note Card
Common Loon Chick Photography Note Card
This loon chick was photographed mid-wing-stretch on a New Hampshire lake, and somehow managed to look both ridiculous and magnificent at the same time. If you are looking for a wildlife note card that actually makes someone smile when they open the envelope, this is the one.
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- Easy 30-day returns
The Common Loon chick (Gavia immer) arrives with more personality than it has any right to. I photographed this one from my kayak on a New Hampshire lake as it lifted its little wings like it was testing out the equipment for the first time. Part stretch, part practice, part look what I can do.
Still fluffy, still learning, but already showing the first signs of becoming one of New England's most iconic lake birds. This baby loon wildlife note card is printed on premium Red River linen cardstock with a textured finish, blank inside for a handwritten note, and comes with a matching envelope.
- 5x7 size, ready to mail, gift, or frame
- White envelope and protective cellophane sleeve included
- Works as an encouragement card, birthday card, new baby note, or just-because card
- A great gift for birders, loon lovers, lake house owners, and New Hampshire nature fans
- Pairs naturally with the Common Loon Family note card for a lake-themed set
About this Card
About this Card
Landscape orientation with a single loon chick centered in the frame, wings raised, surrounded by deep blue rippling lake water. The soft brown and cream feathers, warm eye, and raised wing pose give the image a playful, hopeful energy that reads clearly even at card scale.
On linen cardstock the blue water depth and soft feather detail come through with warmth and texture.
A natural fit for encouragement cards, new beginnings, baby showers, birthdays, and just-because notes. Suits bird lovers, loon fans, lake house owners, paddlers, and anyone who loves a wildlife moment with personality. Available in 5x7.
What to love about this card:
- Landscape orientation with a lone loon chick, wings raised, centered in rich blue lake water
- Playful raised-wing pose with soft brown and cream downy feathers
- Warm, hopeful energy that works across occasions without being too cutesy
- A real New Hampshire lake moment, not posed, not staged
- Suits loon lovers, birders, paddlers, and anyone who appreciates baby wildlife with flair
- Works as an encouragement card, birthday card, new baby card, or just-because note
Fun facts about the Common Loon (Gavia immer):
- Loon chicks can swim within hours of hatching but stay close to their parents for weeks
- Young chicks ride on an adult's back to stay warm and safe from predators
- Chicks begin practicing wing movements early, long before they are ready to fly
- Loons typically fledge at around 11 to 12 weeks old
- New Hampshire hosts a significant breeding loon population, monitored annually by the Loon Preservation Committee
Printing
Printing
Every note card is printed to order in our small studio in Henniker, New Hampshire, with no warehouses and no outside print labs. Each card is reproduced with archival quality inks on luxurious Red River Linen cardstock, a heavyweight fine art stock with a subtle textured finish.
Each 5" x 7" folded A7 card is blank inside so you can write your own message for any occasion. The size also fits any standard 5x7 frame, so buyers can display the photograph as small wildlife wall art or give it as a keepsake gift.
Shipping
Shipping
Orders over $39 ship free within the United States, and orders under $39 ship for a flat rate of $5.95 via USPS Ground Advantage. Expedited USPS Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express options are available at checkout with rates calculated by the carrier.
Most card orders ship within 1 to 2 business days, with total delivery typically 4 to 6 business days from the time you buy. Each card arrives in a clear protective sleeve with a matching envelope, packed in a rigid mailer so it reaches you flat and crisp.
Returns
Returns
We want you to love your order. We accept returns within 30 days of delivery, as long as your card is in its original, undamaged condition and original packaging. You will need your order confirmation or proof of purchase to start a return.
Please email linda@lindaneephotography.com before sending anything back, since items returned without an approved request cannot be accepted. Once approved, ship the item to our New Hampshire studio using the address we provide. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.
If your card arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 30 days with clear photos and we will offer a replacement or full refund based on your preference. Damaged items do not need to be returned before we resolve your order.
100% Original Photography
Every image was captured by Linda in the field. Real, original, and one of a kind.
Printed in Our New Hampshire Studio
Each card is made to order in our small Henniker studio. No warehouses, no outside print labs.
Luxurious Linen Cardstock
Printed on heavyweight Red River Linen stock with archival inks for a true fine art feel.
Blank Inside, Ready to Gift
Left blank for your own message, with a matching envelope and protective sleeve included.
Free Shipping Over $39
Free US shipping on orders over $39. Made to order and shipped fast from our studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size are the note cards?
Each note card is a folded 5" x 7" A7 card and comes with a matching white envelope. The clean, fine art design works for any occasion, whether you send it on its own or pair it with other photography cards to build a set.
Are these note cards blank inside?
Yes, the inside is left blank so you can write your own message. This makes them easy to buy for birthdays, holidays, thank you notes, sympathy, or any occasion where you want an original photography note card.
What kind of cardstock are the cards printed on?
Every card is printed on heavyweight Red River Linen cardstock, a textured fine art stock, using archival quality inks. The result is rich, lasting color and a premium gallery feel you can see and touch.
Are these real photographs or AI generated images?
Every card features a real, original photograph captured by Linda Nee in the field. Nothing is AI generated or staged, so each card you buy shows a genuine, one of a kind image from her own travels and work.
Do these cards make a good gift?
Yes, each card works as a standalone gift or a thoughtful card to send. Many buyers keep the photograph as a small fine art keepsake or pair several cards together as a coordinated gift set.