Original artwork description:

The Kingdom of White - Protea King White
75 x 75 x 2.5 cm
19/04/2024
By HSIN LIN
Artist Acrylic on Acid-free canvas. Painted with palette knife 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: Be your own king, higher and stronger.

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 Ferny Creek, Mount Dandenong.
This gorgeous bouquet of white king protea caught my attention. Two giant king proteas stand tall in a white porcelain vase, feels like time has frozen on the spot, quiet and sacred.

The king protea is the most popular variety, having one of the largest flower heads in the Protea family.
Protea cynaroides, also known as Protea King White. White Protea stands for Purity, Honesty, and Integrity.

Protea flowers - native to Australia and South Africa, symbolized Strength, Courage, and Love. Therefore, there’s a saying that protea makes a great gift for someone who's about to embark on an exciting life experience or transformation.
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.

The flower always blooms in its 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 Ferny Creek, Mount Dandenong, Autumn, 2024.
Exhibition:
22nd- 30th June 2024 Camberwell Art Show.
19 July - 5 August 2024 VAS WINTER SELECT EXHIBITION at Victorian Artists Society.

Materials used:

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

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