Evan found this tiny wasp lying dead on the driveway (a victim of the current heat wave perhaps?) and suggested that we each draw or paint the insect -- as a tribute to the beautiful sophistication of his structural design and a celebration of the wonder of life. (It made me proud to be the little guy’s dad.)

 

Watercolor and color ink on toned Fabriano paper, 4.5”x6.25”. © 2009 by Earnest Ward.