Frost Fire by Terry Isaac. Image is 13-1/2 x 18", paper size is 22-1/4 x 17-1/4." One of the most loved and recognizable songbirds of North America is the cardinal. With the male's striking red coloration and touches of black on his face and throat, the cardinal is a bird that is very easy to identify. This painting was first inspired by seeing the frosty blackberry leaves and I thought the bold fiery color of the bird would be a great combination.