Marché de Fleur de Paris European landscapes The Prickly Pear cactus bears

The Prickly Pear cactus bears these beautiful fruits in the late spring/early summer

Some years are better than others – this one was terrific

Part of a large commissioned collection for a special client this is a typical sight when on safari in South Africa

This functioning monastery grows lavender and uses the proceeds to support the Abbey

“The Beautiful Isle” is one of the Borromean Islands of Lago Maggiore in north Italy

Marché de Fleur de Paris European landscapes The Prickly Pear cactus bearsWatercolor on paper, framed 22" x 30" The flower market in Paris along the Seine is a must see for any artist. So colorful and with a backdrop of Notre Dame, its amazing inspiration for paintings.