Josiah Manzi: Capturing the Soul of Coastal Wildlife Josiah Manzi, born in Cotuit, Massachusetts in 1947, is an American artist whose distinctive drawings—particularly his iconic piece ‘Black Birds’ created in 1967—have cemented his place as a significant figure in wildlife art. More than just meticulous depictions of birds and their habitats, Manzi's work embodies a profound connection to the natural world and conveys deep emotional resonance. Early Life & Artistic Beginnings Manzi’s formative years were steeped in the rhythms of Cape Cod’s coastal landscape. Growing up amidst windswept d…