Tailfeather (Gila Woodpecker) Botanicals My inspiration was a recent

My inspiration was a recent trip we took where our main focus was to relax

but are fleeting – these critters are fast

The giant flowers (4-6 inches in size) are often multicolored with a beautiful translucent blend - often attention grabbing

One of the most peaceful places on earth

An agave rosette grows very slowly and sends up a tall stem that produces a beautiful abundant set of blooms

Tailfeather (Gila Woodpecker) Botanicals My inspiration was a recentWatercolor on 2 deep cradled panel 3" x 9" Part of my Wild October Instagram Painting Challenge Collection. The topic was shed and molt. I always feel like I have received a gift when I come across one of these beautiful feathers in the wild. Reminds me that we all lose something beautiful from time to time, yet we move on and survive.