This work is a classic yet contemporary fine-art still life of a single, richly flowering red Amaryllis. The flower, with its velvety texture and deep red hue, stands out powerfully against a deep black, almost mysterious backdrop. The long, succulent green stem, captured in the simple glass vase, enhances the verticality and elegance of the composition.
My inspiration lay in the quest to capture pure, fragile beauty amid the darkness - a theme that often recurs in my work. The Amaryllis symbolises pride and beauty, and the extreme chiaroscuro lighting technique emphasises this.
The atmosphere I set is one of dramatic calm and intensity. The soft, almost mystical glow on the petals creates a moment of quiet admiration. This work adds a luxurious, botanical depth to any room and is perfect for interiors that crave a powerful but understated colour accent.
"A dramatic bloom; beauty captured in the darkness, which speaks of pride and understated power."
All Round dutch photographer, landscape, fine art, portrait and nature , based at Lansingerland and studying Photographic Design Rotterdam.. Read more…