Paradise Found Notecards As soon as they popped

As soon as they popped over the edge of the terra cotta pot that housed their nest the papa started corralling them to protect them from any danger

I’m fortunate in that my studio provides me with a view of the McDowell Mountains that rim the northeast quadrant of Scottsdale

I captured this scene just outside of Florence – a lone villa standing atop a hill among the vineyards

Watercolor on board - 8″ x 24″

The bright sunlight and lovely architecture made this scene an easy choice when looking for the perfect subject to paint

Paradise Found Notecards As soon as they poppedWatercolor on cradled board 30 x 22 Abundant in tropical climates, these dramatic blooms evoke images of warm sunny places and balmy trade winds.