In case you don't know, I love octopus!

They are such fascinating creatures.

They have 9 brains, one in their head, then one in each arm!

As I said, amazing...

This one was painted while we were in India.

So, it is on a flat canvas instead of my typical shadowbox.

It found its way home in my suitcase!

"Follow the arms" Acrylic on canvas, 24 x 24

Day 76 of the 100 days~100 paintings

These lionfish turned out really pretty.

I still love painting them although they're an invasive species.

They are just such a beautiful fish.

We had one in the Philippines for an evening stay.

My dad brought it home after a dive to put in our tank.

After acclimatizing it to the water, we added him to the tank with our other fish.

To our absolute horror, it started eating everything in its path.

My dad said nope!

Scooped it out and it went to fish heaven.

Fortunately, the invader only got a couple before it was dispatched. 

My dad was very proud of his tanks.

We had several while I was growing up.

"Invasion" Acrylic on canvas, 24 x 24

Day 77 of the 100 days~100 paintings 2024