Rain and water are vital for desert survival and the creatures and plants that are associated with that life-bringing moisture had special meanings for Native Peoples. Toads come out of hibernation in those tiny windows of rain, joyously sharing their song while ferns unfurl their graceful fronds to catch the raindrops. This pot celebrates the fern's graceful leaves, while a green desert toad hides in the lichens, waiting... Toured with the National "Paint the Parks" exhibition.
Rain and water are vital for desert survival and the creatures and plants that are associated with that life-bringing moisture had special meanings for Native Peoples. Toads come out of hibernation in those tiny windows of rain, joyously sharing their song while ferns unfurl their graceful fronds to catch the raindrops. This pot celebrates the fern's graceful leaves, while a green desert toad hides in the lichens, waiting... Toured with the National "Paint the Parks" exhibition.