Wild Violet | Framed Original Watercolor by Cynthia Oswald

About Wild Violet:  Every year, our yard shifts from green to violet as these little blooms appear—softening the edges of the season. They’re humble but enduring, and they linger longer than most. I’ve always loved their quiet strength, but they’ve taken on a deeper meaning since our daughter, Viola, came into the world.  Viola sororia. Native to eastern North America; these delicate purple blossoms often carpet lawns and forest edges in early spring, thriving quietly where they take root. About the Golden Halo Collection: Each miniature painting celebrates light, resilience, and the quiet wonder found in nature’s details. Watercolor, gold ink, and acrylic medium combine to form delicate studies of flora and fauna—butterflies, moths, and wildflowers—that invite us to pause, notice, and be restored by nature’s beauty. Born from a desire to slow down and reconnect, Golden Halo continues my exploration of stillness and renewal through the natural world. Every piece reflects my b