Springing up naturally in muddy swamps - a stark contrast to its beauty - it's very existence is often seen as a metaphor: that even from the worst situation one can always pull through and thrive. One of my very first oil paintings!
In reference to it's powerful symbolism and beauty many of the products featuring this work are adorned with the following quote: Discover yourself, like a lotus flower in full bloom, even in a muddy pond, beautiful and strong.