Hiding Toad. Stained glass with copper foil overlay by Margo Marquette. All Rights Reserved. Many amphibians are endangered due to climate change, habitat loss, pollution, etc. This toad is hiding in the rocks and plants.

Creating art has held a significant place in my life for as long as I can remember and has evolved into a much valued avocation in my adult years. Literature was a major influence in my family life growing up and I have incorporated that exposure to great stories into inspiration for my artistic endeavors. As a child I was introduced to literature with animals as prime characters such as Watership Down, The Chronicles of Narnia, and Aesop’s Fables. The animal world has been a natural place for me to turn to for inspiration for my art. I was raised to not be afraid of animals and have always been amazed by their behavior; why do they do what they do? Spinning anthropomorphic tales and scenes about animals has been a great pastime of mine.

I particularly enjoy working with stained glass and copper overlay panels. My goal is to give warmth and emotion to animals using cold and rigid glass and metal.

Please take a look at Margo's website:http://margomarquette.wix.com/stainedglass

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All entry donations go directly to the Center for Great Apes.