Perseverance

36 in x 36in, Oil, acrylic, ink and graphite on canvas

The wild thistle dances in the wind and rain, its spiky blooms standing tall among a sea of tall grasses. Amidst the tangle of bramble and branches, a honey bee buzzes contentedly, enjoying the thistle’s sweet nectar. Despite the forces of nature, the long-legged weeds remain steadfast, swaying gracefully with the winds. Their resilience is a testament to the power of nature, allowing the thistle and other forms of biodiversity to flourish and survive against all odds.