36" x 18" Original Painting on Cradled Wood Panel, Framed in Black
Some paintings come from quiet observation—this one came from hands-on hope.
Cultivating the Future was inspired by my experience co-teaching the Trout in the Classroom program here in Pennsylvania. Each spring, our students watched rainbow trout hatch from fertilized eggs, grow into fingerlings in a 100-gallon classroom tank, and eventually swim free in a nearby stream. They didn’t just learn science—they learned stewardship, and what it means to care for something wild.
This painting honors that cycle. From the soft cluster of eggs to the vibrant adult rainbow trout and the small juvenile swimming alongside, it’s a visual story of growth, connection, and the vital importance of protecting aquatic life. The vibrant background reflects the energetic curiosity of young learners, while its abstract patterns and colors echo the markings of the trout themselves—a visual tribute to the fish and the wonder they inspire.
Framed in sleek black and painted on a cradled wood panel, this 36" x 18" original is ready to hang and to start conversations. Whether you're a conservationist, an educator, or someone who sees the future in the flick of a fin, this piece is a tribute to the impact we can make—one young trout, and one young mind, at a time.
When you collect Cultivating the Future, you’re not just acquiring art—you’re preserving a memory, celebrating education, and making a quiet but powerful stand for conservation.
Colors may vary from monitor to monitor.
Free shipping within the contiguous 48 United States
36" x 18" Original Painting on Cradled Wood Panel, Framed in Black
Some paintings come from quiet observation—this one came from hands-on hope.
Cultivating the Future was inspired by my experience co-teaching the Trout in the Classroom program here in Pennsylvania. Each spring, our students watched rainbow trout hatch from fertilized eggs, grow into fingerlings in a 100-gallon classroom tank, and eventually swim free in a nearby stream. They didn’t just learn science—they learned stewardship, and what it means to care for something wild.
This painting honors that cycle. From the soft cluster of eggs to the vibrant adult rainbow trout and the small juvenile swimming alongside, it’s a visual story of growth, connection, and the vital importance of protecting aquatic life. The vibrant background reflects the energetic curiosity of young learners, while its abstract patterns and colors echo the markings of the trout themselves—a visual tribute to the fish and the wonder they inspire.
Framed in sleek black and painted on a cradled wood panel, this 36" x 18" original is ready to hang and to start conversations. Whether you're a conservationist, an educator, or someone who sees the future in the flick of a fin, this piece is a tribute to the impact we can make—one young trout, and one young mind, at a time.
When you collect Cultivating the Future, you’re not just acquiring art—you’re preserving a memory, celebrating education, and making a quiet but powerful stand for conservation.
Colors may vary from monitor to monitor.
Free shipping within the contiguous 48 United States
