Marine Mirage: Elegance of the Leafy Sea Dragon,
20" x 30 inches, Oils on canvas.

This piece brings to life the serene and mysterious world beneath the waves, capturing the delicate grace of one of the ocean's most enchanting creatures. The Leafy Sea Dragon (Phycodurus eques) is a captivating marine creature renowned for its unique appearance, closely resembling the kelp and seagrass among which it lives. This remarkable camouflage not only protects it from predators but also makes it one of the most enchanting species to observe in the marine world. Leafy Sea Dragons are exclusively found along the southern and western coasts of Australia, thriving in temperate waters where they float gracefully, propelled by their transparent dorsal and pectoral fins. These creatures typically inhabit shallow coastal waters, around reefs and seagrass meadows, where they feed.