I feel a need to commemorate the lives we have lost this year. An unthinkable number of people have died from COVID-19. Many of these deaths could have been prevented. We are mourning lives cut short due to police brutality, systemic racism, homophobia, sexism and so many other acts of hatred, greed, ignorance and neglect. Role models, activists, artists and other heroes passed away this year and are no longer here to guide and inspire us in person. Through my drawings I am lighting candles, saying their names and reflecting on the unique meanings and healing properties of flowers in their honor."  
- Mara Lea Brown