I loved this haiku; I immediately pictured a serene setting where winter is personified, bringing forth a beautiful spring. From my experience, Syracuse winters can be quite harsh, but the spring has always been so lovely. Painting the flowers reminded me of the joy I feel when I see the first shoots burst through the surface. In my work, I don't typically use acrylics, so painting this poster was a unique challenge for me. Here's to hoping this next winter is as serene as she is in my poster!