White Waratah
- Acrylic and pastel on dressmaker’s card
This large-scale botanical study celebrates the quiet elegance of the white waratah (Telopea speciosissima), an uncommon form of one of Australia’s most iconic native flowers. Painted in acrylic and pastel on dressmaker’s card, the work explores the sculptural form, layered structures and subtle tonal variations of the bloom. Enlarged beyond its natural scale, the composition invites close observation, revealing the intricate beauty and strength often overlooked in native flora. Balancing realism with expressive mark-making, the painting reflects a contemporary interpretation of botanical art—where scientific observation meets artistic response.