Tulips Botanical Study, Hand colored, signed, numbered and framed by Karl

Colored pencil on 11 X 17 print, started this piece years ago for a dear friend’s wedding invitation. The relationship fell apart (thank god) so the project was shelved. I discovered it again and with memories of my dear friend remaining I happily finished it.

The unique flowers originated in Central Asia, the Victorians often associated tulips with a sense of charity and working together to achieve a sense of greater good.

The flower marks the 11th wedding anniversary

The petals of tulips are used all over the world as a garnish to salads and a host of other dishes.