Salty Harmony of Cow Parsley by Bianca ter Riet

In Zilte Harmonie van Fluitekruid (Salty Harmony of Cow Parsley), a tranquil, abstract landscape unfolds in which fragility and layering meet. The white flowers float like light accents above slender, grey-green stems that have been applied with a palette knife. Their shape is not literal, but suggested — refined, rhythmic and almost transparent in their presence. They seem to breathe in the space, like wildflowers touched by a gentle sea breeze.

The background consists of broad areas in beige, off-white, green and grey tones. These layers have partially merged, as if they were melting into a watery gradient. The surface has a salty character: rough in places, then softly flowing, with a subtle textile-like structure that adds depth and tactility. The palette knife has left traces that remain palpable, giving the work an almost tangible skin.

The colours exude tranquillity and space. The grey-green stems are echoed in the cool nuances of the background, while the white blossoms bring light to the whole. The interplay of matte and transparent effects enhances the feeling of openness — as if air, water and earth are in balance.

Salty Harmony of Cow Parsnip is an ode to tranquillity and natural simplicity. The work evokes the atmosphere of a coastal landscape where salt, wind and light leave their mark. A painting that can not only be seen, but also almost felt — subtle, balanced and timeless.