This mixed media painting began with a found drawing.  In between the pages of one of my large art books, I discovered this cut-out drawing of a flower.  The drawing was done by a mystery child - one of the many students that I had taught over the years in elementary school art programs and summer camps.  I loved the drawing, and considered it a gift.  The flower became the center of this verdant world, the impetus for my imagination to fill in the blanks and surround it with life.

5 x 13 x 1"

Mixed media on wood.  Wired to hang.  
Signed on the back.