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Drawing of two pasque flowers blooming by Lisa Meyers McClintick.
Environment

Drawn by Nature: Birds, early flowers signal spring’s arrival

Watching the sky and walking through woods and prairie reveal fresh sightings of cranes, bluebirds, pasque flowers and marsh marigolds as winter finally lets go.

'Untitled' | 9” x 12” Watercolor + Chinese ink on cold pressed watercolor paper | Created in 2018 as a part of 'Summer Sessio
Art

Artist's Joy: Nancy XiáoRong Valentine and 4 pieces from various projects

Valentine pulled a selection from across her oeuvre and shared insights on each.

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