Some of my favorite flower subjects, lotus and water lilies stand out for me above all others. They are spiritual for me as they are flowers with a wealth of symbolism tied to Egyptology, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Each culture lends a slightly different take, but these flowers in general are reflective of spiritual awakening, purity, potential, rebirth, creation, and eternity. And just like the lotus, we too have the ability to rise from the mud and radiate beauty into the world.
“No mud, no lotus.†– Thich Nhat Hanh