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Reflection began as a flower picked from my garden, which was then printed before being further designed on my computer. The vibrant yellow and the flower reflected in the background evoke the glow of dazzling sunlight that brightens and brings a sense of renewal, warmth and joy.

The idea from this series came from looking at blades of grass and thin leaves and wondering what could be created if they were transformed into something new, in this case something more reminiscent of a flower than a leaf. Glimmer is a vibrant and organic starburst in purples and magenta. It catches the eye and calls to mind a feeling of wonder and peace.

One of the things that intrigues me in using nature to make art is the interesting patterns that can be created. Simple patterns can be made from simple objects, but the result is lovely and delightful. Follow is an abstract study of nature, with a diagonal pattern of leaves in an unexpected blue hue.

Awakening is a vibrant collection of reds, oranges and yellows. The paint sprays off the flower on a swirly, dream-like background to bring a sense of movement, joy and hope. It is a reminder of the beauty of life, the resilience of the human spirit and the connection between all things.

The sunsets near my home have an almost ethereal quality to them, creating a glow unlike anywhere else I’ve seen. Day’s End is a vibrant explosion of color inspired by these sunsets. The warm coral, yellow and pink hues stir feelings of tranquility, serenity and joy.

Sprout is an expression of growth and the power of new beginnings. Representing a sapling, it's brown stem appears delicate and groundless. This piece speaks of hope and resilience even in the face of uncertainty, of reaching for something greater and of beauty that can be found in fragility.

The unexpected colors and tall silhouettes in Blades create a sense of reaching to new heights. This piece also reminds me of a breeze blowing through the yard on a warm, dark summer’s night.

In Ablaze, I wanted to explore the contrast between colors, and how the organic lines would complement each other. The leaves almost seem to move. Ablaze reminds me of a pinwheel being spun by a child.

When I look at a flower, I often inadvertently overlook the leaves that are instrumental to its growth. Inspired by the overlooked, I wanted to highlight this leaf veining. Current is slightly fuzzy and distorted, the dark background allows the focus to remain on the smaller more vibrant image.

Luminescent is a collection of colorful curves and swirls that move and flow together. Golden light glows from within and turquoise water flows along as the overlapping colors and textures create unexpected patterns and shapes.

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