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Current projects: Still life with squashes, Day 2

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Admin

Second day’s progress on my botanical watercolor of autumn squash. Continue reading →

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From inspiration to artwork: Maple leaf botanical illustration

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Admin

A colorful autumn leaf inspired this botanical watercolor. Continue reading →

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Current project: Still life with autumn squash

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Admin

Beginning a new illustration of squash with a still life element. Continue reading →

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30 Leaves, 30 Days: Thursday, October 13—Purple Porterweed

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Admin

Zach, the horticulturist at the Museum of Natural Science, recommended the purple porterweed as an excellent choice for butterfly attraction in the shady garden. We are seeking two important qualities in the plants we buy for our tiny plot: They … Continue reading →

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30 Leaves, 30 Days: Wednesday, October 12—Cat’s Whiskers

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Admin

Ophiron labiatus, or cat’s whiskers, is a compact butterfly-attracting plant with small, blue-green leaves and it thrives in partial sun/partial shade conditions. The flowers spiral around a central stem, similar to foxglove or mint flowers. They are delicate and lacy … Continue reading →

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