Original artwork description:

Acrylic color on handmade Thai mulberry paper (kada sa), deckled edge, 21.5 x 31 in., 54 x 79 cm.
This one was done done some time ago!
I’m an orchid collector, grower, breeder. To me these epiphyte plants are floating nature sculptures and a great inspiration. Often the flowers have this Zen quality of appearing very briefly to change the complete look of an otherwise sleepy foliage attached to a tree trunk. And yes, there are wild orchids whose flowers look like this…
I’ve long been inspired by this type of orchid, and yes there is one whose flowers are glistening red (B. auratum) here presented in black and white. The page has yellowed somewhat over time adding to the charm of this parchment paper.
I use a traditional mulberry paper handmade in Thailand. It’s a thick parchment like paper, strong yet pliable. The paper is handmade to this size to get the unique, uneven deckled edges which adds to the overall textural effect. The close up pictures are to get a feel for the texture and brush strokes of the painting.
Interested to have your idea painted in this style? Maybe a garden or nature scene, a favourite flower? Contact me.
About framing
When considering framing bear in mind to not cover up the deckled edges. This is one of the specialties of the painting, one of its charms. It is best displayed framed with a cut mat board around the painting so as not to cover the edges, thereby putting some space between the art and the glass and bringing depth to the framed art. It can also be framed simply with backing board and pressed with glass over the front without causing damage.

Materials used:

acrylic colour on handmade Thai mulberry paper (kada sa), deckled edge

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