STARLINGS TWO BOTANICAL FANTASY ART
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PRINT SIZE: SQUARE, AVAILABLE AS A 50 X 50 CM OR 75 CM X 75 CM HIGH QUALITY PRINT, OTHER SIZES ON REQUEST
This digital artwork presents a vibrant, dreamlike forest scene with cascading floral arrangements in shades of white, purple, and red. The background glows in a radiant green, evoking sunlight filtering through leaves. Amidst the flowers, two Starlings, perch gracefully on winding passion flower vines. A small brown mouse scurries along the lower portion, adding an element of movement and life. Twisting branches and serpentine vines weave throughout, enhancing the organic, layered composition.
The inspiration for this piece comes from the enchanting atmosphere of the woods on a spring morning. As sunlight streams through the trees, the air is almost sweet with the scent of spring and the banishing of the dankness of winter. The image captures the beauty of this fleeting moment, where nature is vibrant, alive, and endlessly intricate.
A striking feature of the artwork is its use of stained glass windows particularly within the floral pillars. These elements introduce a sense of mysticism and structure, mimicking the way light plays through the delicate patterns of traditional stained glass. The shimmering mosaic effect contrasts beautifully with the natural elements, creating a fusion of realism and fantasy. The stained glass windows in the picture come from Newport Cathedral on the Isle of Wight.
The colours in this artwork are intended to be symbolic. Purple, often associated with mystery, spirituality, and transformation, dominates the floral cascades, evoking the enchantment of the forest and the renewal of spring. White, a colour of purity, serenity, and new beginnings, adds an ethereal glow, symbolizing the fresh energy of dawn and the delicate beauty of nature. The vibrant red flowers provide a striking contrast, representing passion, vitality, and the fleeting yet intense moments of life. Together, these colours create a rich tapestry of meaning, reflecting the cycles of growth, change, and harmony within the natural world.