The Monarch’s Midday Banquet

A stunning Queen butterfly rests gracefully upon a cluster of pale lavender Mistflowers in the heart of San Antonio. With her wings outstretched to show off deep burnt-orange hues and delicate white piping, she looks like a living piece of stained glass. This moment captures the quiet magic of a Texas afternoon, where the local insect nobility gathers for tea amongst the fuzzy, ethereal blooms. It's a peaceful reminder that even in the big city, there are tiny kingdoms thriving in the garden.

Awards:

1. Merit, Insects (in color), Photocrowd Mar 2026

2. Top 30%, Butterflies, Photocrowd Apr 2026

3. Top 35%, A Single Butterfly, Photocrowd July 2026

4. Top 25%, Insects, Photocrowd July 2026