BOTANICA is an ongoing body of work, which explores and reflects on the enrichment and “magic” that our gardens bring into our existence. Examples of this abound everywhere, deep within our histories, and for what I hope continues well into our futures.When we feel overwhelmed, how many times do we find ourselves in our gardens, “getting fresh air” seeking solace and peace, and even within the most menial garden task our hearts are often soothed..When we feel sentiments of love, congratulations, condolences or celebrations we gift beautiful bouquets of blooms that reflect our feelings.When our bodies need nourishment, we turn to what is grown in the earth, often harvested, prepared and shared in meals with those we love. And when we find ourselves unwell, we frequently find remedies to our ailments among the fruits, flowers, leaves and roots that often grow only steps from our backdoors. At all ages and stages of our lives, the garden is omnipresent., our human existence is very much plant powered. It is my desire to acknowledge, celebrate and bring awareness to our humble gardens through the use of my brushstrokes, to give inspiraton to get growing!