"This abstracted cacti embodies everything I am
inspired by in nature. The compelling oval shapes
of the paddle cactus reaching seemingly weightless
into the sky, within its imperfections residing
micro worlds of insects, bacteria, and other
plantlife—all there for the world to witness if one
looks close enough. This artwork will attract
mason bees- solitary pollinators of varied shapes
and sizes that account for over 70% of the world’s
pollination effort. These insects utilize holes in
grasses, trees, and the ground to lay their eggs.
They are seldom aggressive and can be
approached quietly by children for study." - Andrew Woodard