This is an original Acrylic artwork created by Marlene Kallstrom-Barritt.
This piece depicts a vibrant sunflower, radiating a rich yellow hue that embodies warmth and cheerfulness. Its large, petal-like structures fan outwards, creating a dynamic, almost three-dimensional appearance against a soft blue background that enhances its brightness.
The sunflower is shown at a slight angle, allowing some petals to cascade gracefully, while others stand tall and proud. The center of the flower is a mix of dark brown and black, dotted with delicate details that mimic the texture of seeds, drawing the viewer's eyes inward.
The interplay of colors—from the soft greens of the leaves to the bold yellows of the petals—creates a harmonious and inviting composition. Symbolically, sunflowers often represent adoration, loyalty, and longevity, and they are known for their tendency to turn towards the sun, signifying positivity and hope.
Artistically, the brushwork appears to be soft and impressionistic, which adds to the overall sense of lightness and movement in the piece, inviting the viewer to feel the vibrancy of nature.
This work is done on birch panel and is varnished.
Marlene created this artwork in 2025.
This artwork is 6" x 6" and is unframed.