The artwork Stachys is part of an ongoing series of studies exploring Stachys Byzantina, commonly known as Lamb’s Ear. Beyond its delicate beauty and distinctive velvety texture, this plant holds a deeply personal significance for me. It was a quiet but ever-present feature in the gardens of every home I grew up in, a constant thread through my childhood. Wherever we lived, it was always there, grounding me with its familiar presence. For me, Lamb’s Ear is not just a flower; it is a living memory, a tangible connection to my past.