This image shows a beautiful red tulip, with subtle shades of white accentuating its flaming beauty. The tulip exudes strength and fragility, as a symbol of life and impermanence in the midst of the earthy environment in which it grows. My inspiration for this work came from the beauty of contrasts: the delicate petals seem to dance in a sea of harsh earth tones, almost as if they want to withdraw from their surroundings. The mood I wanted to capture is both intimate and dramatic, a moment of wonder in the chaos of nature.
The emotion I want to convey is a sense of hope and perseverance; that even in the stiffest of circumstances, beauty can flourish. This picture reminds us that there is always light in darkness, strength in vulnerability. In an interior, this work adds a subtle touch of passion and nature, a telling detail that is both refreshing and deepening. It is special because of the energetic movement the flower seems to express, as if it literally unfolds in the room in which it is placed.