The image of AR-15 Lily is inspired by anti-Vietnam War protestors who placed flowers in the barrels of National Guard rifles sent to repress their peaceful demonstrations. I am a pacifist, whether that means seeking diplomatic solutions to prevent and avoid wars internationally or working to prevent and avoid gun violence at home. I want fewer people to die unnecessarily.

Thank you Sphere Entertainment Co. for the opportunity to put my art on the Sphere in Las Vegas! The “EARTH POWER GLOBE” is a mandala designed to provide a unified ornamental structure that evokes floral motifs and harmony with nature. Housed within the mandala’s shields are images that represent threats to nature as well as images celebrating nature and positive evolution for the future.

YouTube video by Harry Skran