Ode to Ruth, 2022, mixed media, 45 x 15 in. / 114.3 x 38.1 cm.

Ode to Ruth, Leah Wells, 2022, mixed media, 45 x 15 in. / 114.3 x 38.1 cm.

Botanical Contact Print, Graphite, Sumi Ink, Watercolor

Ode to Ruth is a botanical contact print made from roses and carnations, I first render a sketch in graphite and then further enhance with Sumi ink and watercolor after the print process.