The bright watercolor fantasy flower mandala* paintings were created by Linda to bring the energy and power of flowers and mandalas into living and working spaces. The original art, fine art giclee paintings, prints and greeting cards enliven homes, offices, school rooms, spas, yoga studios, massage rooms, hospitals and other places of healing and growth.
(More information about paintings below)

Linda describes how these paintings came about: “Flowers are my passion and my life. I have a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree and have created art most of my life. Fifteen years ago I put down my paint brush to devote full time to designing gardens. Recently I could no longer live without creating art.
I wanted to create images that came from my imagination but were inspired by the amazing details and colors of flowers, my many years practicing meditation, and the joy and challenge of watercolor.  I spent months sketching and doodling and found that all my designs were fantasy flowers in a mandala* shape.  The pencil sketches called out for the spontaneity and the unknown interaction of flowing vivid watercolors.  

I begin each painting with a meditation that inspires a quick sketch of the shapes and forms.  I then transfer that sketch onto a large 300 lb. watercolor paper square.  I find the center point and draw the shapes free hand so they fit within the implied circular format.  I paint with the paper flat on the floor so large areas can be saturated with water and color. 

*Mandalas are sacred circular images used as a form of prayer and meditation. I feel flowers are one of nature’s most powerful mandala shapes. These paintings are meant to inspire, transform and heal by bringing the power and beauty of flowers and the impact of mandala shapes into your life.

I wanted others to experience the power of creating mandalas, so I began to teach adults and children from all walks of life including scientists, counselors, teachers and artists. Each person finds a powerful way of tapping into their creativity and inner wisdom when they create mandalas."

Original Paintings & Giclée Paintings
The original paintings are done on 300 pound watercolor paper at 22"x22". They are available through Spirals Gallery and Antiques in Madison, Wisconsin at 1843 Monroe Street, 53711,608 256-7363
E-Mail:cns@spiralshome.com

The fine art gicless are digital images of the original 22”x 22” watercolors. The giclee images measure 20” x 20” inches, and are exact matches of the intense color and detail of the original. The giclee paintings are limited editions, on 100% rag Somerset watercolor paper with archival inks, which have been tested to have an 80 year life. They can be created in larger or smaller sizes.

Cost
Please contact Linda for information on pricing for original art or giclees.

Please contact Linda if you are interested in the original paitings or fine art giclees. Prints and greeting cards are also available.

• Email: Creativity4theSoul@swbell.net

• Telephone: 314 504-4266

Check out the class schedule for upcoming mandala classes.