Fritillary Garden autumn I see flocks of them

I see flocks of them most often in fall after their young have fledged and always wonder what sort of mischief they are up to

Any encounter with a single one of these fish-eating ducks is a treat

Available as an archival giclée print

This amazing predator plunges headfirst into the stream to snatch is unsuspecting prey in its long sharp bill

Original: size Acrylic on Birchwood Box

Fritillary Garden autumn I see flocks of themNative wildflowers, like western? blanketflower, Gaillardia , deliver beauty on their own, but also attract a variety of pollinating insects. Fritillary butterflies are one of the most noticeable visitors to blanket flowers (Gaillardia __) in both natural areas the native plant garden in my yard. I created this acrylic painting to share the beauty of both these native flowers and this delicate butterfly. Original: 16 x 20 acrylic on canvas Available