Completed Senate Seal. 

Contain 34 stars, representing the 34 Senators.  A quill and gavel - representing the legislative branch and its functions.  Surrounded by a wreath of rhododendron, the state flower.  The stat capitol, strong and bold, forms the centerpiece.

Initial drawing for piece of rhododendron wreath.

 

Completed rhododendron bloom.

Drawing of rhododendron bud.

Completed rhododendron bud graphic.

Quill and gavel graphic - done in Illustrator.