CHERRY BLOSSOMS DIPTYCH

CHERRY BLOSSOMS DIPTYCHThe floral artwork of Robert Lemay is best understood as a blend of classical realism and contemporary style, focused on creating an immersive, sensory experience rather than just a decorative still life. A particular point of inspiration for his work comes from numerous visits to Campo de Fiori, a famous bustling square in central Rome, Italy, renowned for its daily flower market. Lemays flower paintings are not merely representations of bouquets;

These harder than steel small to mid-sized boulders are sculpted with diamond tipped saws and grindstones

his paintings make a bold yet refined statement

Lemay avoids symbolic or overly formal compositions

Aquamarine

and unique textures

and later mentored by his grandfather Sam Henderson and uncle Calvin Hunt

Canadian artist and author Bill Brownridge (1932–2024) was celebrated for his vibrant

each selected for its colour

Best known as a blacksmith-artist

Entirely self-taught

expressive works

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