Ikebana 2

oval stretched canvas 56 x 81cm  - 2cm depth ready to hang
Acrylic, handprinted paper and pastel
 
This series is inspired by Ikebana, a way of appreciating flowers and seasons. Key elements in traditional Japanese Ikebana are a fresh approach, movement, harmony and balance between Heaven and Earth.
The realistically painted Monarch butterfly hovering above this Japanese floral arrangement. The ornate vase has 2 stems of blossoms and buds, symbolising the Spring season. Balance and movement is created form the composition that is viewed from above to "ten" or heaven