Floral painting has such a rich and varied past, it's something that's been present throughout art history from the Renaissance painters to the impressionists. I often get asked what it is that draws me to paint flowers, and my answer is always the same: I don't know exactly, but I do know it's a lot of things all together. What is it about this subject that attracts me and so many others to paint it? Is it the beautiful color, the texture, the subtleties in values? Maybe it's the challenge, of which there are many when it comes to painting this difficult subject. Having explored many subjects in my time as a professional oil painter, the joy of setting up a still life or painting a selection of garden roses in bright sunlight is pretty hard to match, both in terms of the satisfaction it brings to see the flowers come together and the challenge that flowers present when painting them.
It gives me an opportunity to truly explore and push color, even changing my palette over time, adding in violets, pinks and cadmiums to focus more on the vibrancy that florals offer. The compositional possibilities are endless as are the textural elements that can be brought into a still life. It's a subject that can be painted for a lifetime with every painting offering something new. I paint from life and also from photos. Both have their advantages and disadvantages, and I have to say these days I enjoy painting both equally.
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A Sense of Depth
A solid grasp of foreground, mid and background makes Colley Whisson's scenes come to life
Peaceful Places
Sara Linda Poly creates a sense of atmosphere and depth in her soft, ethereal landscapes
School's in Session
A look at some of the many in-person and online art classes and workshops available today
Collaborative Environment
In this special edition of Beyond the Palette, we asked Scottsdale Artists' School executive director Trudy Hays a few of our own questions-about the benefits of art school, community and more
Flying COLORS
Artist David Barclay discusses how to pack painting gear for air travel-managing bulk, weight restrictions and more
Keep It REAL
The Art Renewal Center bolsters the support and reverence of traditional representational art
BUILDING AN ART CAREER ONLINE PART I
In this two-part series, James Gurney presents options for artists who want to improve their internet business strategies
EDWARD FRAUGHTON
Sculpting the Spirit of the American West
Preserving the Soul of Art
Throughout human history, people have used art to express themselves, record their daily activities, capture moments and share their emotions.
Intrigue in the ordinary
I've \"'ve never had any formal training always had a strong attraction to the arts and the practice of painting