Prickly Pear III Desert flora "Xeranthemum" is part of the

"Xeranthemum" is part of the open edition Botanical Squares  giclée series

The island is situated a short ferry ride from the lakeside town of Stresa

I love the changing colors of vineyards in autumn

This stone fountain is in North Scottsdale at an old Hacienda style plaza

The babies - I refer to them as walking puff balls - are often running in different directions in a chaotic fashion

Prickly Pear III Desert flora "Xeranthemum" is part of theNo desert bloom has as dramatic a contrast as the prickly pear cactus. These beautiful translucent blooms burst out of their thorny pads with reckless abandon. I think its this contrast that makes them such appealing subjects to paint! Shipping included for this giclee. "Prickly Pear III" is also available as a canvas giclee.