I recently had the pleasure of creating a commission for a client. What a cool experience! His wife is an avid gardener and he kindly thought of my Healing Garden series as a perfect gift to celebrate her green thumb and his love for her. I am honored.
Having been given this photograph of a special section of the garden, I had a wonderful source of inspiration. My Healing Series is all about gardens as sanctuaries of joy, awe, and safety. This photo captures it all: colors, variety, liveliness! My client opted for a black canvas, which is an exciting surface to work on. It lets the colors stand out and tells a visually powerful story in the end. I started by sketching some of the elements of the garden. I don't aim for realism; rather I enjoy grasping the ambiance of the space. Colors quickly turned the sketch into an exciting sight. And oh my, when patterns were added, the garden truly came alive!
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As I work on my Healing Garden series, I take notes of what gardens means to people. So many stories! When I delivered this work to my client, he exclaimed: "Oh, she will love it." What more could I ask for! This painting was a lot of fun to work on. It provided me with an opportunity to rest in the beauty of the pictures garden and also to create a meaningful celebration of the space. I am grateful for the connection we make through nature's beauty.
Interested in a commission? Have a garden or flowers you love? Contact me to chat details. I have several sizes, mediums, and pricing options. Let's create together!