The tenth month, October, features Marigold flowers.
Design notes:
Golden marigolds burst from the canvas, each petal a small, sunlit ribbon. Layers of ochre, saffron, and burnt orange build warmth and depth, their brushstrokes alternating between tight petals and looser washes. The flowers sit slightly forward, edges defined with subtle highlights and thin shadows that give them gentle relief.
Behind them, an abstract field unfolds, broad, gestural marks and patterns create movement without competing for attention. The composition balances vibrancy and restraint. The marigolds’ clustered forms provide a focal point, while the abstract background offers atmospheric space.
Overall, the painting captures the marigolds’ exuberant color and tactile presence against a quietly expressive, modern backdrop.
4”x12” acrylic painting on canvas, includes a summary of the flower along with symbolic associations.
“Marigolds are annual or perennial plants that usually bloom from late spring to late fall. The flowers can be single or double with a pom-like appearance. Marigolds come in shades of orange, yellow, and red and have a distinctive scent.
Marigolds have various meanings, many tied to cultural and religious practices in Mexico, Central America, and Hinduism. Generally, they symbolize warmth, creativity, and positive energy. They are also associated with the sun and thus symbolize happiness and good fortune, too.”
The tenth month, October, features Marigold flowers.
Design notes:
Golden marigolds burst from the canvas, each petal a small, sunlit ribbon. Layers of ochre, saffron, and burnt orange build warmth and depth, their brushstrokes alternating between tight petals and looser washes. The flowers sit slightly forward, edges defined with subtle highlights and thin shadows that give them gentle relief.
Behind them, an abstract field unfolds, broad, gestural marks and patterns create movement without competing for attention. The composition balances vibrancy and restraint. The marigolds’ clustered forms provide a focal point, while the abstract background offers atmospheric space.
Overall, the painting captures the marigolds’ exuberant color and tactile presence against a quietly expressive, modern backdrop.
4”x12” acrylic painting on canvas, includes a summary of the flower along with symbolic associations.
“Marigolds are annual or perennial plants that usually bloom from late spring to late fall. The flowers can be single or double with a pom-like appearance. Marigolds come in shades of orange, yellow, and red and have a distinctive scent.
Marigolds have various meanings, many tied to cultural and religious practices in Mexico, Central America, and Hinduism. Generally, they symbolize warmth, creativity, and positive energy. They are also associated with the sun and thus symbolize happiness and good fortune, too.”
