Connecticut Representation

16 in. wide x 20 in high
Watercolor and Pen and Ink
on Watercolor Paper

One of pieces of art done as part of the Alphabeteer Artists -States project.

These three creatures
represent the state of
Connecticut in their
vast differences.....

....from the flight of wings and
red breast of the American Robin....

....the unusual characteristics and
life style of the Praying Mantis.....

....to the huge proportions and
importance to the fisherman
of the region, of the Sperm Whale,
residing in the waters adjoining the land. 

These creatures so different in stature, yet all have one thing in common, the people of Connecticut chose them to represent their state.

• The American Robin was designated as the state bird (1943)

• The Sperm Whale was designated as the state animal (1975)

• The Praying Mantis was designated as state insect (1977)

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