ÒConversations with IrisesÓ expresses a dialogue between two forms of art: painting and poetry. The flowers and the accompanying poems carry on a conversation, so to speak, with each other. This is what ekphrastic poetry is, a writerÕs reaction, in a narrative, to another form of art.
The poet and painter invite you, the reader and viewer, to join in these conversations and ponder the meanings for your own life. Themes, such as hope amid loss, the longing for community and kinship, and the cyclical nature of life, are presented. As the viewer and reader, you may discover your own personal theme. Lined pages are provided for inspired jottings. Let the conversations begin!