Shrimp Plant

My Mom used to call this a "Shrimp Plant". Actually, it was a rust colored cousin of this member of the Justicia family. Native to Mexico and Central America, I found this lovely specimen in a conservatory at the Queen Elizabeth Gardens in Vancouver, B.C.

"Shrimp Plant" © Kathy Dunham 2008

Pink Lily

I'm a sucker for flowers. I guess that's why I love to paint them. But this is one I haven't attempted to paint yet. So after finding this gem hidden amongst my Canadian garden photos, I think I have my inspiration.

"Pink Lily" © Kathy Dunham 2008