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Thistle Blossom
Illustration & Design Series
While journeying through the Minnesota wilderness, I came across several large blooms of thistle. I was struck by the beautiful yet prickly character of the blossoms. Over time, my memory and documentation of these invasive weeds became of symbol of my own nature.
Characteristics
of a Thistle Blossom
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Prickly all over, so you it is never fully tangible.
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Brightly colored blossom that draws you in like a bee.
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Beloved by insects, birds, and spiders for their sturdiness.
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Beware. Very Fertile.
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Grows in large blooms, shouting to your neighbors your poor gardening abilities.
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