June 2, 2021

Living in the Sonoran Desert gives me access to the most beautiful sunsets. Add in the stature of a saguaro cactus and you’ve got a painting!

People often ask why I don’t paint more desert scenes, but frankly, so many artists down here are doing just that. Yet, when I discovered the photo that inspired this piece, I was so blown away, I had to paint it!

I love the way the clouds wisp into the sunset colors. The cactus stands proud in a black silhouette against the sky, demanding attention.

When I first showed this one to family and friends, they initially thought that the saguaro didn’t look realistic. Then, I showed them the photo and they now believe!

Check it out.