Stargazer Welcome

Stargazer lilies bursting forth from a blue vase greeted us as we walked in the door of our son's house in California two days ago.  I painted several versions of them, playing with different ways of capturing their welcoming spirit.  This one seemed to capture it best.  I really love painting actual flowers, rather than photographs, as the presence and aroma of the flower impresses and enlivens my painting.  Enjoy!