Return of Joy

The Return of Joy comes with the breath of spring, lilacs on the wind as the great wolf sheds its winter coat, giving nesting material to the waiting blackbirds.

Sometimes we don’t want to let go of our coats, but it may be necessary to ensure our community and families stay warm and safe. In Flower Symbol, the lilac is a bittersweet bloom meaning beauty through sacrifice, while the blackbird is an omen of foresight and enlightenment. 

Let this bold artwork remind you that you’re only as strong as your pack, and that it’s never too late to welcome in the happiness of giving back. 

24”x36” on Masonite and cradled pine wood. Painted using Holbein gouache paint.