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Each morning as I rise I try to remember that this day is a gift, not to be taken but to be gratefully received. This sunflower seems to have that same understanding -- gently opening its petals and receiving the day.

I chose a 20x20in canvas and decided to focus on the sunflower's happy back-lit "face" :)

This is halfway through my loose, transparent layer. I really like the abstract shape at this point and almost wish I had stopped right there!

I continued until the whole canvas was covered

and then gradually began thicker paint application, using the under-painting as my guide.

Ready to greet you!

Receiving the Day, 20x20 Oil, available