The Rose

After taking the weekend off from painting to watch LOTS of Olympic coverage, I was itching to get back in the studio today.  The Daily Paintworks challenge for this week is "The Rose Challenge."  There was a beautiful sample picture to use, but I was afraid I wouldn't be able to do it as much justice as some other entries, so I found my own.  Flowers are still befuddling to me, but I think this may be the best attempt I've had.  I tried so hard not to overwork it, but I think I got fussy in a few spots trying to add depth. 

oil on panel
6 x 6
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