This time of year, as the days grow short and dim, a bouquet of roses in the Trader Joe's grocery store seems as nourishing as the organic Florida oranges the next aisle over.
Placed in my favorite vase, they brought inspiration this morning.
I began with a sketch of a single blossom, and then the full bouquet.
And finished by playing with my new alcohol markers.
Taking time out to follow the lacy curves of country rose petals slows a person down, like mindfulness meditation.
All that exists in the moment is your line and the ephemeral beauty of the flower.
As you draw, you are connected to the essence of the flower, its natural vitality.
What could be more life affirming in these cold, short days?
Hoping you get a break in the rush of the holidays to simply sketch & connect with nature.
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