O'Connor’s approach to botanical art leans into the expressive possibilities of watercolor, where each stroke of the brush defines the sharp ridges and soft shadows of palm fronds. The composition focuses on the interplay of light and pigment, using a rich blue color palette to ground the various green hues that dance across the paper. It feels less like a static specimen and more like a captured moment from a humid, sun-drenched adventure, emphasizing the wild geometry found in the tropics.

The influence of vintage botanical illustrations is clear in the structured layout, yet the work breaks away from formal tradition through its artisanal, handcrafted texture. By layering patterns of foliage, O'Connor creates a sense of depth that invites the viewer to look through the leaves rather than just at them. The result is a study of nature that feels both raw and deeply intentional, celebrating the lush complexity of the forest floor.