White Camellia on Vert de Gris, 2024

A large scale close up of a white camellia, the urban flower that signifies the end of the long London winter and the start of springtime. The white flower sits on a deep green surround, creating a fresh and subtle warmth. The camellia is from a...

A large scale close up of a white camellia, the urban flower that signifies the end of the long London winter and the start of springtime. The white flower sits on a deep green surround, creating a fresh and subtle warmth. The camellia is from a bush on a neighbouring street that overhangs onto the pavement. Each year it’s bloom signals the start of my most inspirational season. The piece is on a deep canvas, designed to be displayed unframed.