That first quote of Marianne Williamson has always resonated deeply with me. Your drawings are inspired. Is the flower a Camillia? Forgive me if you have already answered the question...I scrolled through but did not see it.
I tried to upvote but I must be too late. That you so much for posting.
It has been a pleasure to share these images now Samantha. I'm so pleased that you like them AND resonate deeply with Marianne's quote too. Has always been my favourite guiding light.
It's a strange upside down world, when we are afraid to let the light of our 'essence self' be known. It's easier to play out all the roles that life demands of us than to just sit quietly and be in touch with our 'light.'
However I feel that this is changing. Drawing and photography (particularly of nature) can be our vehicles to bring us in touch with our essence and 'Her' love of beauty. And we can then delight in the sharing. Ripples ~ Ripples.
You are the first one to answer correctly. The flowers are camellias. For now you have my full 100% upvote and another little surprise will come via @minnowbooster.
I went to an Australian native orchid display over the weekend and am inspired to draw some of them today. I hope your day is also filled with beauty and inspiration Samantha. 🦋
It is interesting that we are reluctant to let our "essence self" be known...to our own self. So many times others can see it but we cannot (speaking from experience here.)
I feel those ripples of change coming too, friend.
Oh, yay! We had a camellia bush in our backyard...such a beautiful bloom!!! Thank you, again for the surprise. :)
I look forward to seeing the result of your inspiration and I'm so glad we have connected here an on FB!!! You are such a source of light!