Awakening Grace

Awakening Grace
9" × 12" | Soft Pastel on Mixed Media Paper - FRAMED

The iris has long been a symbol of hope, wisdom, courage, and faith. Blooming between the innocence of spring and the fullness of summer, it represents growth through change and the quiet beauty of becoming.

As the second piece in a three-part floral series, Awakening Grace bridges the journey between beginning and completion. Following "Mysterious Beginnings", an illustration of blue roses that celebrates new chapters and possibilities, this iris marks the season of transformation. It is a reminder that growth is rarely instant; it unfolds with patience, resilience, and grace.

Rendered in soft pastel, the rich violet petals capture both strength and gentleness, inviting reflection on the moments that shape us along the way. Together, the three works tell a story of life's natural rhythm: the excitement of beginnings, the grace found in growth, and the peace that comes with resolution.