flora that is hidden under the canopy and among the thick moss of dark forests is often overlooked and stepped over, but is sometimes the most exotic in form and color. the alluring shape of a pistil and a sliver of enticing color on the inside of a petal are whispers of secretive pleasures that take a second glance to notice. some of these minute delights are visible only when the morning sun cuts through the forest, making petals translucent. the human eye doesn't notice the slow wrapping of a spindle vine as it creeps toward sunlight.

visual poetry is ofttimes hidden