Sunbird and Protea Flower

More specifically, a greater double-banded sunbird. Acrylics on Masonite, 20 x 15 cm:

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The sunbirds (there are many species) are Africa's version of the hummingbirds of the Americas. despite their similar looks, they are not closely related. The sunbirds have a similar lifestyle though, and live on nectar and small insects.

Butterfly

A yellow pansy (Jujonia hierta) sitting on foliage. These are quite common around here where I live. Acrylics on Masonite, 20 x 15 cm:

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Hibiscus flower

Acrylics on Masonite, 20 x 15 cm:

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Morning glory

Acrylics on Masonite, 20 x 15 cm:

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Autumn forest

Acrylics on Masonite, 15 x 20 cm:

I have rekindled an old interest, namely what one might call "intimate landscape." Instead of grand vistas, I have long enjoyed this sort of more modest scene: a bit of forest or grassland, or a corner of a garden or courtyard. I may just pursue this subject a bit over the coming months, though knowing myself, I'll probably range all over the place again!

This work may be for sale on my Bid-or-Buy store. 

Pretty flowers

Oil on board, 20 x 15 cm:

For a change, an outdoor scene. For this sort of thing I often prefer a far looser, impressionist sort of style. I based it on a reference photo I took in the garden of a local school; I noticed the girl intently staring at the flowers, haloed in rich light, and knew I wanted to try painting it.

Apple

Acrylic on board, 20 x 15 cm (= about 8 x 6 inch):

Fallen things

After an evening storm, another batch of fallen leaves and blooms. Ballpoint pen and watercolor pencil on paper:

Autumn Treasures

Autumn in the southern hemisphere. I have long loved weathered late-season leaves, and this time of year there is such a glut one doesn't know where to start. On my morning walk, I collected a bagful, and sketched some in ballpoint and watercolor pencil...