Continuity in Ephemerity (the Cyclicity of Life as seen through flowers)

The book that I bought at a discount at Jo-Ann Fabrics and Crafts recently is entitled Painting Fabulous Flowers with Donna Dewberry (North Light Books, 2006), a proponent of the one stroke painting style. But strike that, I just read in the inside cover that she is the originator of the one-stroke painting technique.

I have tried to mimic some of her works presented in the book, but infused with my own multi-stroke style, believing that to each his/her own, as long as one is comfortable with the effort and effect.

Hubby actually scanned this upside down. without realizing that they are actually drooping. But this is the correct side up ( or down, depending on your perspective).

Flowers with long slender stalks, rich in space.

Top view of closely bunched flowers, with more (buds) to add to the splendor.


Sprouting from the left in a storied fashion.

Fanning display.

Fighting against gravity, a keen tussle to ascend over each other.

A richly embellished couple, the leaves doing their part to enhance the flourish.

A single flower on textured card, a delightful departure nonetheless.