The flowers in my paintings are more than just a beautiful addition to the portrait - they are silent storytellers. Each bloom is chosen with intention, layered with symbolism that adds emotional depth and narrative to the work. They whisper of themes like resilience, memory, love, or loss, offering a second language through color and form. While their outward beauty catches the eye, their true purpose is to echo the hidden layers of the subject’s identity and experience. In this way, the flowers become both an aesthetic element and a vessel for meaning, enriching the portrait beyond what words alone could express.