In so many ways our existence can be compared to the rise and fall of flowers, not only in the truth that — just as nature intended — we are each unique, but also in the acceptance that we too must grow old with grace. This fine art floral of two peonies depicts spring’s beloved bloom at its finest; yellow stamen centers full and lush with ethereal petals flanking her prominent core. And although I captured them in their prime, I observed each fleeting stage of their cycle, beholding their beauty from bloom to demise. A reminder that every chapter of life is indeed a gift, this thought-provoking floral print is a numbered edition of 75 in three unique sizes (8 x 10”, 16 x 20”, and 18 x 24”) and comes unframed on Giclée museum quality paper. The two larger sizes come with a signed Certificate of Authenticity and are numbered, dated, and embossed with an artist seal.

• STORY

  Flower petals are a lot like hands—each with their own symmetry and patterns. Our hands covered with lines that act as a mirror to our soul, carrying wounds and... Read more

  Flower petals are a lot like hands—each with their own symmetry and patterns. Our hands covered with lines that act as a mirror to our soul, carrying wounds and scars from our labors. Flower petals vary with each bloom, different patterns gracing their lace whispers. Some petals tear from a blustery day; others remain perfectly intact. Some bend towards the sun, while others crave the cooling comfort of shade. Some stems end up curling and falling, unable to stand upright in a bouquet; some would toss these blossoms, with little to no thought about how gorgeous they can be hanging down from a vase—adding dimension and depth to an arrangement that lacked personality. These peonies were golden reminders of our gentle rising, the way we transition and grow into these bodies and souls. As age is gifted, we begin to relinquish insecurities and constant comparison. Slowly and surely learning to embrace every freckle that resembles a shooting star, every over-thinking thought that we think is too much for another to hold. Release, and let go. All the false voices no longer welcome in this place of creation. I watched these peonies open to the world and then slowly wilt and fade; in every phase of life and death, they effortlessly celebrated precisely where they were. 

  The gift. Of this one finite life, the way we are not so different than flowers. Magnificent in all of our phases. May we always take a deep breath and smile, knowing this is true.
  
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• Technical details

  This artwork is part of a Numbered Edition Series of 225 prints (75 in each size). Each artwork will come with a COA (Certificate of Authenticity) signed, numbered, dated and embossed with artist seal.

  You can read more about the quality and specifications of fine art paper here.

• ARTWORK DIMENSIONS

  Paper Measurements: 8x10, 16x20, or 18x24 in.
  Photographic Dimensions: 7x9, 14x18 or 16x22 in.
  White Border:  1 in.

  Printed in USA.