FIERCE AND WISE Cirque du Soleil art "Whispers of the Night" was

"Whispers of the Night" was born from the mornings I spent watching a pair of Sandhill Cranes I came to know as Mika and Tika

"Flame Dancer" was inspired by a Cirque du Soleil moment that stayed with me

In every stroke

I’m reminded that even through change and challenge

Through trials faced

FIERCE AND WISE Cirque du Soleil art "Whispers of the Night" was30" x 40" Mixed media oil painting on gallery wrapped canvas In Fierce and Wise, I explore the fragile balance between strength and gentleness. A black leopard watches over a barn owl, rabbit, and songbird a quiet moment of harmony where courage and compassion coexist. This oil and mixed media painting celebrates protection, balance, and the beauty found in unexpected connections.