The happy colors of this flowers only painting make it a joy to look at. Mary Lou's flower studies range from botanical studies, to larger than life studies, to elaborate still life using fabric, glass, silver and objects. The paintings that show only the flowers seem to be the patron's favorites and judges' favorites in recent decades. This painting uses the full palette of the Zinnia flower, one that is hardy enough for our Missouri climate and flourishes in gardens as well as the work of this artist.