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A botanical term, indicating an arrangement of three or more leaves, petals, or organs radiating from a single node. I have several pieces that I would classify as botanicals. This whorl shown here is more like an arrangement of organs. There is a sensual, fleshy quality to my forms. You are not sure if you are looking inside a flower or inside a human body, but the fluid motion implied indicates this is a living thing.

I've been creating art since I was a kid. It's something that has always been good medicine for me. My images are often created intuitively from my imagination. Inspired by the natural world, I think about the things I've experienced as I paint or draw. Before I realize it, I've drifted away from this world for a while. When I return, I always feel a little better, more grounded, and connected to spirit. As much as I love to paint, I am also in love with creating children's books. If you would like to have a look at those, please visit my website at BonnieKelso.com or look me up on Amazon. My books encourage people of all ages to explore their creative energies. I believe that creating art can soothe the mind and heal the soul. I also...