An iconic Florida crane species, the Sandhill Crane stands at almost 4′ tall. While touring the Norther Florida springs, I had the pleasure of viewing a large flock of these magnificent creatures. It was my first time seeing this threatened species, but hopefully not the last. They stand as a reminder of the resilience of the wilderness to the challenges faced in our modern world. The glide together across the eyes of the springs, whispers of their primordial ancestry.

This piece is being held in reserve for the Spectrum Miami Art Show during Art Basel, Dec 6-10, 2023.