Like most of my stills, I chose a black background, but opted to fill the canvas with petals to really showcase the pretty flower and the elegance of its elements. This flower was a challenge because the close vantage required special care in setting up the composition. Unlike most of my work, I endeavored to portray a very calm scene rather than one with energy rushing off the canvas. Nevertheless, because of my affinity for rich saturated colors I believe the best I achieved was reserved enthusiasm, lol!
With this painting I started with a rather detailed drawing, giving contour lines to even the smallest gradations in colors. It was important to me to retain the reality of the form and color but finely introduce the sensation of calmness through the quality of line and composition.
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