In addition to being a artist, Justina is also an avid gardener.
Her garden achieved Wildlife Habitat Certification in partnership with The National Wildlife Federation.
“Everyone is welcome: Birds, butterflies, good bugs, bad bugs…” — Justina
Western Tiger Swallowtail butterfly on Valerian plant in Justina’s garden
Justina painting in her garden, an official Certified Wildlife Habitat
“Gardening gives me opportunities to observe
the interaction of light and color in nature,
nature being the best teacher!” – Justina
Lillies in Justina’s wildlife pond
Handsome native Western Fence Lizard strikes a pose in the sun
Mylitta Crescent butterfly and Forget-me-nots in the garden
Baby frogs sunning on a leaf in Justina’s pond garden
Justina giving a private painting lesson “en Plein Air” with brilliant red poppies and foxglove in bloom
Justina painting blooming annuals and perennials, aglow with color
