Joan Thomson

Rose-breasted Grosbeaks (Pheucticus ludovicianus) 

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Fomitopsis cajanderi

medical illustration of Rose Breasted Grosbeak, perched, Hobblebush, nesting, blooming This painting shows a pair of Rose-breasted Grosbeaks perched on branches of Hobblebush in spring when it is blooming. The colorful plumage of the male contrasts with the dull browns of the female, protective for her and enabling her to hide in the trees while nesting. The painting was completed in transparent watercolors on Arches paper and used for a note card series.
Next medical illustration of Isotria medioloides, orchid, composite, white, yellow, habit, radial leaves Isotria medioloides is a rare, low growing orchid. Shown here is the plant in its habit and details of the root structure and the white and yellow flower. The plant is characterized by five broad leaves arranged radially and the blossoms arising from the center. It was painted with transparent watercolors on Arches paper and could be used for a field guide on native plants or orchids.

Isotria medioloides

Rose Breasted Grosbeak, perched, Hobblebush, nesting, blooming This painting shows a pair of Rose-breasted Grosbeaks perched on branches of Hobblebush in spring when it is blooming. The colorful plumage of the male contrasts with the dull browns of the female, protective for her and enabling her to hide in the trees while nesting. The painting was completed in transparent watercolors on Arches paper and used for a note card series.

Keywords: Color, Education, Publishing, Professional Education, Research, Natural History, Natural Science / Nature, Ornithology, Veterinary Medicine, Zoology

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