In the beak of this Cardinal in flight is the plant named after it, the Cardinal Flower. They are connected by a delicate gold string symbolizing the interconnectedness we all have with nature and our surroundings. 
 
The common symbolism for Cardinal Flowers are: 
dignity & distinction 
 
 
Medium: pen & ink; watercolor; gold leaf
 
Size: 8"x10"
 
Paper: 140lb white premium aqua coldpress