Bee Balm Inspired

Bee Balm Inspired - student project

If my friends were to tell you my favorite flower, they would definitely say "BEE BALM." (and yes, they would yell) 

I typically call it by its latin name- Monarda (didyima or fistulosa, depending on the variety). It was one of the first plants I learned as a forager, and I love them. From their crazy seussian flowers to their fragrant leaves and blooms I use for cooking, it is my best plant friend.Bee Balm Inspired - image 1 - student project

I don't know if I did it justice. I had some issues with contrast and balancing the busy design and the busy papers. Oh well. I like the shape, but I definitely need to do it with some less bombastic paper. Or simplify. I have no idea.

 

Oh, and in case anyone hasn't seen the flower before, here's my reference!

Bee Balm Inspired - image 2 - student project