The Beauty Of An Orchid

I am very fascinated by orchids. I love the line and design in the beautiful, delicate blooms. They are clear and perfect. The Master is such an amazing designer.

We sometimes purchase these just to be able to paint and photograph them. They make excellent subjects for still life.

The photo above is hanging in my home. It was photographed by my husband a few years back. It is still one of my favorites. Don't you just love the vibrant colors and design?

Sometimes, our orchids will go for years without a blossom. Even in the absence of blooms, they have interesting shapes and designs in the leaves and the air roots. When they do bloom, it is a cause for celebration and new painting and photo opportunities.

This is an oil painting I created several years ago.

Take some time to take in the beauty around you. You can even find these flowers in a local supermarket or at your nearby florist if you don't already have some.