Quiet Presence

by Christian Ovís

‘Quiet Presence’ depicts a woman in profile beneath an exuberant composition of flowers and leaves. Large pink and red flowers with dark centres cover her eyes and the upper part of her face. White petals, small yellow accents and blue-green leaves fill the space above her head. To the right, an orange butterfly hovers beside her profile. A pink collar adds a soft splash of colour at the bottom.

The composition combines a recognisable face with a rich botanical pattern. The nose, lips and chin remain visible beneath the flowers, whilst the leaves extend in various directions. The background consists of light cream areas and soft grey-blue. Fine lines and subtle shadows give the floral forms a layered appearance. The butterfly provides a small counterbalance to the larger bouquet and adds extra movement to the image.

This floral portrait art is ideal as wall décor in a living room, bedroom or hall with soft colours. Pink and coral complement warm accessories; blue-green pairs well with cooler shades. A plain wall allows the many details to stand out clearly. From a distance, the large flowers and the outline catch the eye, whilst up close the butterfly, the centres of the flowers and the delicate leaf edges become visible.