Acrylic on stretched canvas, ready to hang.

Signed on the back.

Guardian depicts a striking cassowary standing proudly among a lush array of native Australian flora, bathed in vibrant, dreamlike hues of turquoise, magenta, and gold. The cassowary, known for its powerful presence and distinctive casque, stands as a sentinel of the forest, surrounded by iconic plants like banksias and waratahs. This painting celebrates the natural beauty of Australia while subtly drawing attention to the endangered status of the cassowary, a species crucial to the ecosystem yet under threat from habitat loss and human activity. Through its watchful gaze, the cassowary symbolizes the delicate balance of protection and vulnerability in the wild.