She passionately loves the beauty and scientific complexity of the many wildflowers that bloom here in the Texas Hill Country. But, with sadness she reveals that due to the rapid population growth and land development, we continue to encroach on the natural habitat of these amazing plants. "We are approaching a crisis on earth because of how we have past engaged with the land compounded by our poor management of natural resources. I'm not sure what would be the ramifications if more plants go extinct but we need to change this engagement to make a difference. I love combining my art with conservation awareness and bring to the fore the people who are trying to make that difference." Continuing this work in 2007 she painted the rare Bracted Twistflower and many delicate less-known wildflowers which culminated in a solo gallery showing in Austin, Texas.

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