Solo Bloom

The focal point of this piece—a brilliant bloom of a zinnia—is rendered in rich, fiery tones of orange, coral, and goldenrod. Flanking the flower are two broad, velvety green leaves; their softly brushed, almost fuzzy edges contrast beautifully with the crispness of the petals, providing a brilliant, complementary anchor of color. Resting on a cool, slate-blue surface that sharply recedes into a dark, shadowy backdrop, the warm-toned botanical subject is thrust dramatically into the foreground. The result is a quiet yet powerful meditation on form, color, and the solitary beauty of the natural world

Oil on canvas board, 10 × 8 inches

$750