Cattleya Orchid

Cattleyas are found in the American tropics from Mexico to Brazil.  Also known as Mother Orchid, Symbol of Hawaiian Royalty.
11x14 Watercolor on Aquabord, sealed with UV-Resistant Archival matte varnish so no glass needed.

Bog Copper male - NFS

A North American butterfly which spends his lifetime in a single acid cranberry bog.  They are 7/8" to 1" and are hard to catch because of their habitat.  But if you sit quietly for a while, they might light on your shoulder.
8x10 watercolor on aquabord.