Original artwork description:

Blooming Dreams – Scarlet Banksia, Protea and Leucadendron
90 x 75 x 2.5 cm
07/02/2024
By HSIN LIN

Acrylic on Acid-free canvas. Painted with palette knives and brushes.
Sealed with clear spray varnish. Side panels painted.
Signed at the front and ready to hang.
Comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Affirmation: Dream big, dream glow.

To experience the seasons, it has become a routine of mine to paint the first bloom around my surroundings, during its flowering season. This artwork was inspired by a day trip to Olinda, Victoria. This gorgeous bouquet caught my attention.

Protea flowers - native to Australia and South Africa, symbolise courage and Love. I am especially in love with the story behind the name: In Greek legend, proteas were named after Proteus, the son of Poseidon. A sea god who had the power to know all things past, present, and future.
Banksia coccinea, native to Western Australia, also known as the scarlet banksia, waratah banksia or Albany banksia, is an erect shrub or small tree in the family Proteaceae. Banksia coccinea plants are killed by bushfire, and regenerate from seed.
Banksia symbolizes rebirth and new beginnings. To move on from the past courageously, to have the strength to look forward to tomorrow.
Leucadendrons are often used to convey an appreciation for simplicity in life. The blossoms are uncomplicated and have a simple appearance to them. Simple beauty is one of the most popular meanings for this bloom.
As for my all-time favourite - Eucalyptus leaves stand for Healing and Protection.
All the native blossoms bloom gloriously like a dream. Therefore, I have the title - Blooming Dreams, for this particular artwork.

Flowers always bloom in their own time without competing with other flowers. May we all bloom in our time in the best season. Hope you enjoy this artwork of mine.
- WILD BOTANICAL ABSTRACT SERIES BY HSIN LIN-
Artwork inspired by nature in Dandenong Ranges, Australia, Summer 2024. -HSIN LIN

[Solo Exhibitions]
2 - 30 June 2024 - HSIN LIN Solo Exhibition - The First Bloom - at Mackley gallery, Victorian Artists Society.

Materials used:

Acrylic on acid free canvas. Sealed with varnish spray. Signed at front and ready to hang. Comes with certificate of authenticity.

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