Description:
Just another ordinary Sunflower standing tall and following the sun. Look closely at the magnificance of a sunflower and you will see so much more. The seeds that they bare carry on their legacy and also feed hungry birds; the small petals that turn inward; the large, twisted petals that flap in the breeze; the huge leaves containing various shades of green; and then the thick, straight, and tall stem that allows the flower to stand tall. It's roots must go deep for water, nourishment and stability.
Our roots need to also be deeply planted for the very same reasons. Shallow roots produce no fruit and can easily be blow over by even the slightest breeze. Sometimes our buden is heavy just as I imagine the center of the sunflower is heavy with its seeds. But God says in Matthew 11:28 "Come to Me and I will give you rest- all of you who work so hard beneath a heavy yoke. Wear MY yoke - for it fits perfectly - and let me teach you; for I am gentle and humble, and you shall find rest for your souls; FOR I GIVE YOU ONLY LIGHT BURDENS."
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Carmen Del Valle
Greeneville, TN - United States
Awesome piece! voted
Carla Parris
Tallahassee, FL - United States
Lovely piece, Laura! I was a little surprised it was watercolor... You got such intense color from watercolor!! I am impressed!! And the black accents work really nicely with the bright colors. I enjoyed this whole gallery!
Laura Grisham replied:
The intense color was definitely intentional although I cannot even explain how I achieved it! The black lines are made with Elmer's glue mixed with black ink...I love to hold the bottle up high and let the glue stream down to form the lines. It's messy, but lots of fun!
Clotilde Espinosa
Beverly Hills, CA - United States
Your flowers are my favorites, they make me feel gooood!
Laura Grisham replied:
You must love color as much as I do, Clotilde! Thanks so much for making me smile with your comment... : )
First Star Art
Elgin, IL - United States
Love your style very much Laura!!-jrr
Laura Grisham replied:
Thanks, jrr. As you probably already know, I visit your site ALOT!!
Jeanne Wood
Kamloops, BC - Canada
This is no ordinary sunflower for it is filled with beauty and cheer. Love the bright and vibrant colors as well as the composition. So very beautiful and well painted. Fave :)
Laura Grisham replied:
Thanks for your seeing what I see, Jeanne. Knowing that there is someone out there that appreciates my style is encouraging and a very big blessing!
Catherine Fenner
Golden, CO - United States
This just plain makes me feel joy.
Laura Grisham replied:
what a wonderful complement...thank you.
Laura Grisham
Benton, AR - United States
Shana: I always feel so blessed when someone chooses to feature my artwork...thank you so much!
Rosalina Atanasova
Varna, Va - Bulgaria
MAGNIFICENT ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,
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