In the 1930's Marrickville Municipal Council developed a tree planting program and Canary Island Date Palms were planted in as a relief work scheme during the great depression. This tree from Carrington Road is home to some of Marrickville’s many ibises, preparing for the nesting season. Growing out from the middle of this particular tree is a parasitic Moreton Bay fig which would have come from a bird feeding on some figs then pooping onto the tree. If left alone the fig tree will eventually take-over, killing the palm. This interesting palm was found in a disused carpark, set within the confines of its small wooden frame. I've always been fascinated by the ibis's story of adaption, the way in which they have flourished within our urban landscapes. I find them beautiful, full of character and tenacious! This work is what I call a window painting. I like the way the frames work as a device which adds focus my subjects, graphic shapes and subtle hues sit in contrast to fast, loose brush strokes. In this case I've used a coffee as my background colour as Marrickville has so many coffee shops, the earthy tones of the palm help this hi-rise haven to feel warm and welcoming.