The Mares Flat Koi have always appealed to

Koi have always appealed to me because of their bright colours and particularly the complementary colours

This gorgeous Egret is ready to fly into your home and heart

However the painting quickly took on a a life of its own

this piece explores the contrast between light and darkness—both visually and symbolically

I am not usually a "flower" painter but the commission turned out so well I decided to paint another while I was on a roll

The Mares Flat Koi have always appealed toThis painting is based on our travels around the Colac area where I spotted these Mares and had to take a photo and then paint them. I hope you like this painting as much as I do.