I painted this before taking any still life skills building courses, without a reference photo. The exaggerated reflections of the flowers on the bottom and feet of the vase and the flatness of especially the pink blooms are what spurred me to take the time to take the online courses, and I think my painting improved immensely because I did so. 
 
Acrylic on canvas
w8" x h10"
Framed in simple walnut