“Whiskers & Wings”
8x8” Acrylic on MDF

Meet C A R L I S L E

This adorable kitty, Carlisle is absolutely rocking a butterfly crown! I couldn’t resist capturing this moment of pure wonder and curiosity. Those big eyes are definitely up to some mischief, don’t you think?

Carlisle wasn’t always the serene, daydreaming kitty you see today. Oh no, once upon a time, Carlisle was the king of his castle—determined to catch every single moving thing in sight. Flies? No match. Feather toys? Absolutely obliterated. But butterflies? They were his nemesis.

One sunny afternoon, while lounging in his favourite sunbeam, Carlisle spotted a butterfly fluttering nearby. But instead of launching into his usual pounce, something extraordinary happened. The butterfly, a bold little creature, gently landed right on his nose.

Carlisle froze. His little mind was blown. “What kind of sorcery is this?” he must’ve thought. For the first time, he didn’t chase or swipe—he just sat there, cross-eyed, staring at his new butterfly friend as if they were about to share the deepest of secrets.

From that day on, Carlisle had a change of heart about butterflies. Maybe they weren’t so bad after all. Instead of chasing them, he decided they made excellent companions for his daydreaming sessions, adding just the right amount of flutter to his quiet moments in the sun.

And now, whenever a butterfly floats by, he gives a knowing look, as if they’ve struck a silent truce—a bond only they understand. It’s a peaceful coexistence, and maybe, just maybe, Carlisle has found his true zen.

Dream it, Paint it!