nerissa bardfeld
Lenten Rose
Regular price
$100.00
Medium: Photography
Style: Realism, Contemporary
Orientation: Portrait
Year: 2025
Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Note from Artist: not framed, archival paper, 1/2 inch border, deckled edge
Artwork Details
This intimate study captures Hellebore flowers, commonly known as Lenten Roses, revealing subtle gradients where white and rosy-pink converge among verdant foliage. The lens magnifies each detail, inviting contemplation on nature's quiet strength and perseverance. As bulbs, these plants undergo a period of dormancy, a rest before rebirth. Unusually, they bloom in winter and become dormant in summer, bringing beauty when much of nature is silent. The patterns and symbolism of these blooms evoke a dreamscape where peace takes root, offering a serene and wonder-filled appreciation for the intricate beauty held within these delicate blossoms.