Nature Study Painting of Gilded Thai Lotus Blossoms, ‘Peaceful Lotus II’

Lotus buds and blossoms cluster together in the darkness of life. Saisunee blends metallic gold with brown acrylics achieve a rose gold effect in this elegant floral portrait. She finds endless inspiration in nature and in her Buddhist faith. Thought to be Buddhas favorite offering, the lotus is a symbol of purity. Although its roots reach into the muddy earth, the blossom itself is unsullied.