I’d done some sketchbook tributes to Ysa, my niece the brave nurse that is on the front lines of the Covid-19 epidemic, but I thought such heroism deserved a real painting. She took a selfie for me while all suited up so I could have a reference. So I painted her from the photo and then I added the butterflies. I’m not sure exactly why I added them, but when I looked up butterfly symbolism after the fact I got this: Around the world, people view the butterfly as representing endurance, change, hope, and life. That works! Stay safe, everyone.
Thanks Lona! And thank you Ysa!
Lona, your art is wonderful. Will you publish your journal? I’d love to see them all. Really great stuff. I’m your new fan. I’m an art teacher in Tucson, AZ.