The concept for TWO WITH NATURE began by capturing elements hidden deep within the woods and meadows of the collectors seven acres. These two are as delightful as the beauty that surrounds them and I wanted to capture the connection they felt to their property . After wandering their grounds during different seasons, I was able to get a real sense of what nourished their spirits. They gifted me with countless bits of nature at varying stages of growth. Magnifying glass in hand, I studied those specimens along with my detailed photos and trusted that my knife and brushes would create a meaningful ‘conversation’ within this 40”x19” Scratchbord®.