A large dark painting by Billy Shannon of deep red roses emerging from a black background. It is set in an dark, ornate dining room

A large dark painting by Billy Shannon of deep red roses emerging from a black background. It is set in a bright, summery, casual lounge

A large dark painting by Billy Shannon of deep red roses emerging from a black background. It is set in an dark, ornate hall with gothic windows and gothic fireplace

A small dark painting by Billy Shannon of deep red roses emerging from a black background. It is on a dark wall above some ornaments

Playing with pretend settings for my work.
The Rose Series explores the impermanence of roses, and the deep, fleeting joy we feel in their presence.
A meditation on beauty and transience

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