Leopard Florals This dramatic succulent (an agave)

This dramatic succulent (an agave) is very common in the southwest and west

All the layers of papery petals and the complexity of the interplay of shadow and light make this a challenge to paint

Within a few hours of birth

During a stroll in the vineyards of Burgundy

Leopard Florals This dramatic succulent (an agave)Watercolor on canvas, framed 14 x 10 Leopards are shy, secretive and cunning animals. They are solitary except when mating or females with cubs. Leopards are perfectly camouflaged and hunt by stalking, ambushing and then pouncing on their prey. They are very agile in trees and can also swim well. Leopards are known to be very powerful and when cornered or harassed can be extremely dangerous to humans.