Fibre Art at Poirier Library Lounge, Coquitlam Public Library

What makes a flower a flower?

People love flowers for their aesthetic beauty—their vibrant colours, intricate shapes, and delicate features that effortlessly capture the eye. Flowers represent nature and renewal, marking the arrival of spring and symbolizing new beginnings. Blossoms can also evoke personal connections, reminding us of loved ones, special places, and cherished memories. They can symbolize love, peace, and even sorrow, carrying deep emotional significance.

Every spring, flowers bring a renewal of colour and life. They embody beauty, regeneration, and the fleeting nature of existence. My work reflects this essence through abstracted floral shapes and expressive colour. The freeform nature of my blossoms allows for personal interpretation—what I see as one type of flower may appear entirely different to someone else.

In dark times, people seek symbols of positivity, growth, rebirth, strength, and light. Flowers and blossoms bring that joy and brightness into our daily lives, and this exhibition is rooted in that spirit.