Freedom Rose for Dad. A unique emotional mixed media flower painting

A unique, emotional mixed media flower painting.  This 8x10-inch hand-embroidered rose blossom is part of an acrylic painting that also features beadwork. Inspired by my father, Joe Mallin, who had polio as a child. My Zeyde told me a story; my Dad went into the forest and threw away the orthopedic brace, then crawled back home, determined to live free of its restraints. I was awestruck by his courage. Thus, I created this painting in his honor, with the large blossom representing him and the small blossom symbolizing me. 

Kathy,