Botanical Securitae
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| Frame | Unframed |
|---|---|
| Medium | Ink,Charcoal, Graphite, Mixed Media, on A2 Fabriano Paper |
| Location | Pretoria, South Africa |
| Height | 59.00 cm |
| Width | 42.00 cm |
| Artwork Height | 52 |
| Artwork Width | 34 |
| Artist | Hester Badenhorst |
| Year | 2024 |
"Botanical Securitae" showcases the resilient aloe, a potent symbol of strength and endurance in harsh environments. From a unique vantage point, the viewer gazes upward, enveloped by the towering plant's majesty. This striking piece exemplifies the Botanical series' core theme: nature's lessons in patience. Beauty lies in the intricate details – the delicate veins on a leaf, specks dancing on water, or the subtle warmth of sunlight on a single petal. Through dedication and perseverance, the artist meticulously captures these nuances, translating nature's splendour onto paper.
The artist's creative process transforms digital photographs from her garden into stunning monochrome artworks. Through digital rendering, she carefully accentuates or subtly minimizes specific elements, setting the stage for the next steps. With Fabriano paper as her canvas, she meticulously sketches and paints, employing a range of techniques:
- Graphite precisely captures intricate details
- India Ink, applied to wet paper, introduces delightful unpredictability, yielding unique hues and shadows
- Black and white charcoal harmoniously unites the elements, binding techniques together.
This synergy of digital and traditional media culminates in breathtaking high-contrast monochrome artworks that showcase the beauty of nature.
