{"product_id":"butterflies-of-ojai","title":"Butterflies of Ojai Watercolor (Framed)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatercolor on paper\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e8×10 inches\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e2026\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTucked into the hills of the Ojai Valley, where wildflowers spill along creek beds and the air carries the scent of sage and orange blossom, butterflies feel right at home. Ojai's mild climate and rich native plant life make it a quiet sanctuary for some of Southern California's most beautiful winged visitors, and this painting gathers them all together in one vibrant colorscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeventeen native species are hidden within this piece:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emetalmark: named for the metallic looking spots on its wings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emourning cloak: one of the longest living butterflies, at about 10 months\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecalifornia sister: feeds on tree sap not flower nectar, often found near oak trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eedith’s checkerspot: named for the unique checkered pattern of its wings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ered admiral: highly territorial and will chase other insects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003egulf fritillary: caterpillars feed on passionflower vines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewestern tiger swallowtail: strong flier with wings that mimic tiger stripes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003egreen hairstreak: uses its pheromones to promote a symbiotic relationship with ants, where they give ants sugary liquid and ants protect it from predators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003esleepy orange: wing coloration changes between summer and winter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epale swallowtail: females can mimic pipevine swallowtails to avoid predators\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecalifornia dogface: state insect of california with little eyes on the wings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eacmon blue: really small and populations increase based on rainfall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epainted lady: can migrate thousands of miles across continents and oceans\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003esenna sulphur: bright yellow and cluster together for warmth at nighttime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003emonarch: relies on milkweed plants for reproduction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorange tip: feeds on mustard plants and its flight period is very short in early spring\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecommon buckeye: large eye spots and cannot survive cold winters so must recolonize areas each year\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePart painting, part field guide, part love letter to the Ojai Valley and the remarkable creatures that call it home. This piece invites joy, life, and attention to the details of small wonders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePainted with Winsor \u0026amp; Newton and Gansai Tambi watercolor paints on cold pressed lightly textured watercolor paper. Original 8x10 inch watercolor matted and framed in a 11x14 inch solid oak wood frame with glass, ready to hang.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Packaging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Every painting is packaged with the utmost care. I take every precaution to ensure your artwork arrives safely and in perfect condition. Please note that while I protect each piece to the fullest extent possible, I cannot be held responsible for damage caused by circumstances beyond my control during transit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAll sales are final:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Please reach out before purchasing if you have any questions. I am happy to provide additional photos, details, or answer anything that will help you feel confident in your purchase!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kate Sands Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49792080150768,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0819\/6397\/4896\/files\/ButterfliesofOjai.png?v=1780424524","url":"https:\/\/katesandsart.com\/products\/butterflies-of-ojai","provider":"Kate Sands Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}