12''  original painting
A luminous round maple wood tondo carries the scene, its natural grain subtly visible beneath layers of acrylics and radiant gold leaf. Two goldfinches rest delicately among a cluster of stylized leaves, their small forms alive with energy yet grounded in stillness. Their plumage—warm yellows, soft creams, and deep blacks—contrasts beautifully with flashes of metallic gold accents that catch the light and shimmer as the viewer moves around the piece. The surrounding leaves, painted in layered brushstrokes  are interwoven with touches of gold, blurring the line between nature and ornament.
The circular format emphasizes harmony and continuity, framing the birds as if suspended in a timeless moment. The tondo becomes both a window into the natural world and a contemporary icon, glowing with a sense of intimacy and reverence for these fleeting, fragile creatures.