the weight of orchids - archival pigment print on fine art paper
the weight of orchids - archival pigment print on fine art paper
Archival pigment print on fine art paper edition size 50
image size 20 x 20 with one inch white boarder over all size of paper 22 x 22
framed size 24 x 24
The framing option includes a 1 inch black or white wood frame with UV-glass,archival white mat,foam core backing and ready to hang hardware.
This edition comes signed, numbered and with a Certificate of Authenticity from Huttemann-Holtz and DAP.
The Weight of Orchids
In 2014, I was awarded first place at the national NANA Competition at Lucky Street Gallery, Key West, FL and was granted a month long residency at The Studios of Key West. So, I packed my studio and transferred my life to the subtropical beautiful island, in February 2017.
On the first day I passed a front yard that was abundantly embellished by orchids.
I was immediately put under the spell of those beautiful flowers which were attached to the palm trees' trunks. They resembled swaying gorgeous color dots with a profound sense of vulnerability.
From that day on, I only printed orchids, lush gardens and imaginary spaces. Sanctuaries that have the power to stop time and let you reset.
First timid and delicate, I started to paint the flowers on my aluminum printing plate, only to grow bolder and more colorful with each following print.
It became a roar that changed my color palette and sparked multiple new series in my mind.