Tropical Bird

An illustration of a red, yellow, blue, and green bird perched on a tree branch next to two red flowers. More trees and branches are behind and below the bird. There is a blue body of water, white mountains, and clear blue sky in the background. 

The image on this button was created by artist Larry Smith. Smith received a Master of Applied Art and Design from Montana State University in 1969. In 1980, he founded Designer Graphics Chula Vista.  It produced greeting cards, posters, stationary gifts, and educational toys and craft items. Among the company’s clients was the San Diego Zoo. As the company was sold in 1992, this button was likely produced between the years 1980 and 1992.