"Spring Flowers in Vase"Sharon Spence, Lawrence Art Center, Lawrence, KS

This was the final piece in the floral series for Sharon. This painting was completed after a series of one minute 30 second studies. The drama takes place between the lights and darks in the Iris and the bold use of yellow providing complimentary color and a focal point for the painting. I love the highly charged areas of deep purple and the mastery of the broad, loose brush strokes. Sharon was able to achieve mastery with the material after working through the studies. This painting is alive with color and movement. I love the off centered nature of the vase and the purple Iris that cascades over its edge. 


"Spring Flowers in Vase" Sharon Spence
Watercolor
18x24
Available for Sale Contact: Sharon Spence, Lawrence Art Center, Lawrence, KS