Fine Grain Exhibition, Scottsdale Arizona
Each of these paintings represents a
natural product of the Earth, placed strategically on the natural
wood grain panel. Each subject has been identified with opposing
symbols specifically, Life and Death. They are all professional quality oil paints on handmade Birch and Poplar Panels.
Chrysanthemum
15.5 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Chrysanthemum has been known to represent death and mourning in the Japanese culture since ancient times. At the same time, the same flower represents Motherhood in Australia and life or birth in most of the United States.
15.5 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Chrysanthemum has been known to represent death and mourning in the Japanese culture since ancient times. At the same time, the same flower represents Motherhood in Australia and life or birth in most of the United States.
Pomegranate
15.5 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Pomegranate in Ancient Greece represents both life and death and the cycle the two. In Ancient Greek Myths, Persephone was taken to be the Queen of Hell and comes back to Earth every 1/2 year. Her return is represented by the presence of the Pomegranate.
15.5 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Pomegranate in Ancient Greece represents both life and death and the cycle the two. In Ancient Greek Myths, Persephone was taken to be the Queen of Hell and comes back to Earth every 1/2 year. Her return is represented by the presence of the Pomegranate.
Daffodil
16 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
A bunch of Daffodils symbolize rebirth and new life throughout the world, especially popular in Europe and China. Opposing this symbol is a single Daffodil which foretells bad luck.
16 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
A bunch of Daffodils symbolize rebirth and new life throughout the world, especially popular in Europe and China. Opposing this symbol is a single Daffodil which foretells bad luck.
Black Peony
16 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Peony represents Good luck in gamboling with a masculine devil-may-care attitude. 'however at the same time represents bashful beauty and feminine qualities.
16 in X 24 in
Oil on Panel
2013
The Peony represents Good luck in gamboling with a masculine devil-may-care attitude. 'however at the same time represents bashful beauty and feminine qualities.
Asphodelus
16 in. X 24 in.
Oil on Panel
2013
the Asphodelus, was the strongest symbol of Death in Ancient Greece as Persephone wore a crown of Asphodels and the grayish color of the flower reflected the sadness of the Underworld. At the same time, the flowers root fed the poor and saved humans and pigs from poisons and disease, preserving life.
16 in. X 24 in.
Oil on Panel
2013
the Asphodelus, was the strongest symbol of Death in Ancient Greece as Persephone wore a crown of Asphodels and the grayish color of the flower reflected the sadness of the Underworld. At the same time, the flowers root fed the poor and saved humans and pigs from poisons and disease, preserving life.