Loggia in the Afternoon Desert flora This was the papa that

This was the papa that was watching out for the cute little nuggets when they hatched outside my living room window

This particular bloom was late in the fall when there was a distinct crispness in the air

I think it’s this contrast that makes them such appealing subjects to paint

Our newly planted Agave is a favorite roost of this colorful creature

Loggia in the Afternoon Desert flora This was the papa thatI had the opportunity to go on a painting trip with fellow artists and visit the mission in Santa Barbara, CA. We had the rare priviledge of painting plein air in the inner courtyard usually off limits to visitors. This piece is from that afternoon. Shipping included for this giclee.