A woman is an intricate composition of worthy talents and hidden strengths. Elle, graphite on paper, 40x32in (101.6 x 81.28cm); framed Private Collection © copyright Ellen Gaube 2012

In the pursuit of intimacy one must  share the burdens of the soul and  likewise be a balm to one's companion. Orion, graphite on paper, 24x18in (60.96 x 45.72cm), 31 x 25in framed, 2012 $2000 framed © copyright Ellen Gaube 2012

Thoughts and words cannot exist one without the other. They are a preparation for creativity. Inspire/Expire, graphite on paper,25 x 44in (55.88 x 104.14cm), 25 x 44in framed, 2008 $3000 framed © copyright Ellen Gaube 2008

Eros, graphite on paper, 18x12in (46x31cm), 2009 Permanent Collection Hunt Institute for Botanical Documentation 14th Annual international Exhibition of Botanical Art and Illustration, Fall/Winter 2013

The complement to one's self is a tangible goodness which compels us to flourish. Eurydice, graphite, graphite powder and gold leaf on paper, 24 x 20in (60.96 x 50.8cm), framed 31 x 27in, 2012 $2500 framed

If we are to contemplate our intentions we must first reach a place of calm and orderliness. Selene, graphite, graphite powder and gold leaf on paper 20 x 16in (50.8 x 40.64cm), 2012 $2500 framed © copyright Ellen Gaube 2012

Repose in dry grasses the shroud of an empty oath. Aesclepius Unbound, graphite on paper, 12x15in (30.48 x 38.1cm), framed 27 x 30in, 2012 $1000 framed © copyright Ellen Gaube 2012

If you perceive a thing as ugly then you must consider it further and allow its beauty into your world. Sunflower Leaf 2, graphite on paper, 6 x 8in (15.24 x 20.32cm), 2013 $200 framed © copyright Ellen Gaube 2013

Be in your world with gentle actions and soothing words answering to a refrain of unity. Lyric, graphite on paper, 20x38.5in (50.8 x 97.79cm), 2012 $1200 framed SOLD © copyright Ellen Gaube 2012

The promise of freedom has passed from view we are one. Tainted Love, graphite on paper, 23.5 x 18in (60.96 x 45.72cm) Private Collection © copyright Ellen Gaube 2006