Winkler’s mountain landscape for St. Francis Interquest reminds the viewer of Pikes Peak and all the surrounding mountains. The layering of her piece brings out the different layers of the mountain that has been the main geological point of interest in Colorado Springs. It is a stunning depiction of Sister Earth Our Mother’s section of St. Francis’ hymn.

Sarah Winkler, originally from Manchester, England, now lives and works in Colorado. Combining her interests in studio art and earth science, she uses layers of collaged paper, both digitally and hand painted, to create geologic landscapes. WInkler’s studio is located at the summit of a 9,000 ft (2700m) peak in the Rocky Mountains, giving direct access to the environment that inspires her.