Maple Samaras Still Life – Original Oil Painting on Wood Southern California Inspiration: Red Top Mountain lakes

Inspiration: Red Top Mountain lakes during Ironman swim training

Three brilliant blue clematis blossoms unfold across a deep black background

meaningful storytelling

Each monoprint is carefully created by hand using the actual leaves of the Desert Bird of Paradise

The contrast between darkness and light creates depth and emotion — a signature theme in Alisha Morgan’s work

Maple Samaras Still Life – Original Oil Painting on Wood Southern California Inspiration: Red Top Mountain lakesMaple Samaras Still Life captures the quiet poetry of natures design the delicate symmetry of maple seeds suspended in luminous pink and green. Against a dark background, their soft glow and intricate form evoke a sense of renewal, lightness, and transformation. Painted with oil on a 4x6 wood panel, this piece highlights the beauty in small, fleeting moments often overlooked. The sleek black frame enhances the contrast and contemporary feel, making it