It was full of flowers.

I like to think Im often re-imagining and recreating those flowers from memory.

And the beauty in each freshly-cut bloom is a beacon of hope for the future.

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

My current work celebrates themes of growth and renewal, the artist explains.

I want this series to be bursting with life and beauty.

I wanted to bring a breath of freshnessof life and lightnot just to myself, but in my art.

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

A reminder that lush times await us all.

To learn more about Tara Lee Bennetts work, you’re able to visit herwebsiteor follow her onInstagram.

To see more paper flowers from the artists latest seriesLush, scroll down.

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

Paper artist Tara Lee Bennett crafts incredibly intricate botanical art from tiny bits of paper.

She carefully designs, cuts, glues, and assembles each delicate paper flower.

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

“Lush” Paper Flowers by Tara Lee Bennett

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