“Morning Star” was inspired by the quiet, magical moments when light first touches the water. I wanted to capture that feeling of peace and renewal — the kind of beauty that exists only in the stillness of morning. The white water lilies, glowing with a soft golden center, remind me of how light transforms everything it touches.

 

Their petals, almost glasslike, reflect purity and clarity — a symbol of hope and new beginnings. The deep reflections of the green leaves beneath the surface create a sense of depth and mystery, reminding us that even in calmness, there is life and energy moving quietly below.

 

This painting is about light finding its way through the water — a reminder that each day begins with its own quiet miracle.

Afternoon Star

From the collection “Stars of Water”

 

“Afternoon Star” glows with the gentle harmony of earth and sky — a luminous orange water lily resting above cool teal waters. According to an ancient Native American legend, the water lily was once a star that fell from the heavens. When it touched the water, it transformed — its celestial light now living quietly on the lake’s surface.

 

This painting celebrates that timeless story of rebirth and wonder — the way beauty endures through change, and how even when a star falls, it continues to shine in another form.