"Ephemeral Flower"
Artist / Dolores Castells. USA (2025)"Ephemeral Flower" This acrylic artwork by American artist Dolores Castells offers a rich, if melancholic, depiction of a bouquet of flowers. Dominated by deep reds, purples, and pale greens, the painting captures the beauty of the flowers in full bloom, perhaps on the verge of fading. The artist uses loose, expressive brushstrokes, allowing the colors to overlap and intertwine, creating a soft, slightly mysterious effect. This technique conveys a sense of transience and the fleeting nature of beauty. The flowers are depicted not with stark realism, but through gestural marks and evocative color layers, highlighting their organic forms and the interplay of light and shadow. The background is a soft white, accentuating the intensity of the floral colors. The dripping paint adds a dynamic, unfinished feel to the work, enhancing the sense of movement and the fleeting nature of the subject. Overall, the painting evokes a sense of romanticism and a poignant appreciation for the delicate beauty of the natural world.
| Artist | Artist / Dolores Castells. USA |
| Year | 2025 |
| Location | On View |
| Material | Acrylic |
| Accession Number | N/A |
| Dimensions | 60/80 |
| Credit | Sun Boats Collection |