Original on canvas, The Helpless Optimism of Spring, 2025

The Helpless Optimism of Spring, 2025
Original floral painting — oil on canvas (A2)

The Helpless Optimism of Spring is a vibrant and expressive floral painting of daffodils, inspired by the energy, drama, and hope of early spring. Named after the Florence and the Machine song Daffodil — an artist who has been with me through so much over the years, and whom I think of as a friend — this contemporary oil on paper artwork captures the delicate tension between fragility and resilience in both flowers and life. Layers of colour, texture, and movement bring the daffodils to life, reflecting personal aspiration, creativity, and the spirited optimism that sustains me. This original expressive painting celebrates growth, renewal, and the luminous beauty of springtime blooms.