“Protection” Surface Design

For decades, flowers have been used as a means of emotional expression. This piece titled “Protection” is inspired by the Victorian floral code.
White Chamomile- Energy in adversity
White Hollyhock- Female ambition
Pink Chrysanthemum- Cheerfulness in adversity

These three flowers wrapped around a cold, sharp sword are meant to be a symbol of the harsh realities women face day to day. Throughout assaults and discrimination these flowers still thrive, and swallow the sword entirely.

Here you can see the process from sketch to final illustration.