Another painting in my Nature's Jewels collection of miniatures. It is on an 1/8" Ampersand Aquabord panel that I love more all the time because of the vivid colors and very special effects that can be achieved on it. I had a lot of fun creating a relief of textured gold leaf that emphasizes the details of the waterlily. I finished the painting with a varnish, then glossy resin-like coating that increases the depth and the shine. These miniatures do not need glass or frame. I love to display them on a mini easel as in the accompanying photo; these are inexpensive and readily available. Of course this painting can also be framed.

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