The Art of Nature

I started making botanical art for myself as a way to simultaneously preserve a memory of a place I had visited, and display something meaningful and beautiful in my home. Later, as I was working for a client who needed some large scale pieces of art, the idea came to me to try pressing some large tropical leaves. I saw a print of Stuart Thornton’s work in a magazine, and I was inspired. I loved the subdued statement his large pieces made in a room.

Stuart Thornton with one of his beautiful pieces.

The botanical in this room is a Stuart Thornton reproduction. It was featured in Southern Living around 2010.

So, I made a makeshift press and checked my on my “leaf babies” every couple weeks or so to see how my experiment was going. When the leaves were totally dry, I took the risk of framing them professionally, crossing my fingers they would turn out as I imagined. They did, and made just the statement we were going for.

After that experience, I was inspired to keep creating and experimenting. Although the idea of pressing plants is not original to me, I believe we each bring a unique perspective to what we choose to create. As I’ve continued to collect and dry all different types of leaves, I’ve used different mediums and combined techniques to create unique pieces of art that I think possess a humble beauty.

If you are looking for a custom piece, I create all sizes with all different leaves - large to small. Also, check out my abstract and gold leafed pieces in the shop.

I love to create art that will not only be timeless and adaptable, but will bring the beauty of nature inside. After all, nature is arguably the only art that is universally appreciated.

Amy

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