Blue Morpho Butterfly II. Acrylic Print

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Blue Morphos are one of the world's largest butterflies, with wingspans up to eight inches. The undersides of the wing are brown with eyespots to protect against predators. When in flight the wings flash between blue and brown creating the illusion that the butterfly is disappearing and reappearing. They are found in tropical forests in Latin America. Caterpillars prefer a diet of leaves from the pea family of plants.

Chris was born in southern Delaware in 1960. As a teenager he began studying maps of Florida and dreamed of exploring the state and it’s natural treasures. In the early 1980’s he moved to Central Florida. During his travels throughout the state he discovered the beauty of it’s swamps, prairies, springs, rivers and lakes. This led to an interest in photography and it’s ability to document his adventures. He also developed an interest in astronomy. He studied the work of Ansel Adams and his “zone” system as well as the works of the his colleges in the “f 64 club” of art photographers. It became apparent that researching the accomplishments of painters would also be beneficial. Chris began to establish his own style, a fusion of art and...