Simply put, I paint flowers because I want to create beauty. There is something profoundly life-giving about making beautiful things and sharing them with the world. When I put flowers on canvas, I hope they brighten someone’s space, lift their spirits, and remind them of the simple joys in life.
Beauty That Speaks to the Soul
Flowers have always been a source of happiness for me. Their colors, their delicate forms, the way they catch the light—all of it fills me with joy. When I first started painting, I was going through a difficult time. My career was shifting, family struggles weighed on me, and anxiety felt overwhelming. I needed color. I needed something uplifting. Flowers became that source of joy, a natural and constant reminder that beauty still existed, even in the hardest moments.
The Language of Flowers
Beyond their beauty, flowers hold deep meaning. I’ve always been drawn to symbolism, and flowers speak in a quiet, powerful language of their own. A daffodil whispers of hope and new beginnings, a rose expresses love and devotion, a wildflower embodies resilience and freedom. Every petal and stem tells a story, and I love exploring that in my work.
Throughout history, people have used flowers to convey emotions words can’t always capture. They’ve been symbols of comfort, celebration, remembrance, and love. When I paint them, I feel connected to that history—to the timeless tradition of finding meaning in nature.
A Connection to Nature and the Divine
I often find myself in my garden, admiring a bloom and thinking about how incredibly artistic, kind, and loving God must be to create such beauty all around us. Flowers invite us to step outside, to be present in nature, to slow down and notice the details. They remind me that even in a chaotic world, there is still grace, still color, still wonder to be found.
Endless Inspiration
Another reason I never tire of painting flowers is their infinite variety. No two are exactly alike. Some are delicate and soft, others are bold and wild. Some burst with vibrant color, others whisper with pale pastels. For an artist, they are the perfect subject—always changing, always new, always challenging me to see the world differently.
And just as flowers never run out of ways to bloom, I never run out of inspiration to paint them. The process itself is uplifting, encouraging, and a constant reminder of why I fell in love with painting in the first place.
Sharing Joy
Ultimately, I paint flowers because they bring joy—to me, to those who see them, and to the spaces they fill. They are a visual reminder that beauty matters, that nature is generous, and that even in difficult times, color and light still exist.
Flowers have taught me to slow down, to see the world with more gratitude, and to find meaning in small, fleeting moments. And through my paintings, I hope to share that same feeling—of peace, of happiness, and of quiet wonder with you.
