Full House European landscapes One of the most iconic

One of the most iconic centerpieces of the park is this promenade around the Bethesda Fountain

​As I​ amble​d​ along the paths early in the morning

Last spring we enjoyed watching him feed his babies that hatched and grew up inside one of the cavities that he excavated

These cute little nuggets were hatched right outside my living room window

Full House European landscapes One of the most iconicWatercolor on canvas 48 x 36 No bloom has as dramatic a contrast as the prickly pear cactus. Emerging from a thorny pad, these delicate blooms provide a remarkable juxtaposition to its host plant. Occasionally, one of the pads shows off like this one and provides an abundance of color.