SERIES: TO DREAM
Inspired by a profound love of nature, rich colours, and evocative symbolism, To Dream is a captivating series of quartered abstract landscapes. Each painting in the collection is a visual exploration of a unifying central theme, inviting viewers to delve into layered meanings and personal interpretations. These themes range from the delicate beauty of bouquets of flowers and the quiet fulfilment of gardening to the adventurous spirit of sailing and the ethereal charm of butterflies and moths.
The unique composition of each piece is marked by a subliminal cross that subtly divides the canvas into four quadrants. At the heart of this division lies the central theme, rendered in the refined, lifelike detail reminiscent of the Old Masters – a striking contrast to the loose, expressive abstraction that surrounds it. This juxtaposition of precision and freedom creates a dynamic visual experience, where the familiar and the abstract coexist in harmony.
A bold, vibrant colour palette further defines each painting, imbuing the series with a sense of energy and emotion. The interplay of colour, form, and symbolic content offers viewers a richly textured journey into the world of To Dream, where every glance reveals new layers of meaning and inspiration.
“A Dutch Bouquet”
Oil on Canvas | 100cm x 100cm | £5300
A Dutch Bouquet is a contemporary reimagining of the timeless artistry found in the bouquet still lifes of the Dutch Masters. At its heart, the painting features a stunning display of flowers and fruit, arranged with meticulous care and deliberate symbolism. Each flower is imbued with symbolic meaning, reflecting themes such as love, transience, and renewal. Hidden within this vibrant composition are insects, quietly nestled among the petals and leaves. These insects also carry hidden messages, often representing ideas like transformation, decay, or the fleeting nature of life, inviting viewers to seek out the subtle details that bring the scene to life.
The selection of flowers draws inspiration directly from the botanical choices seen in historical Dutch works, celebrating their beauty and historical significance. This homage to the past is balanced by a modern sensibility, breathing new life into a classic form of artistic expression. Through precise attention to detail and an appreciation for natural beauty, A Dutch Bouquet bridges tradition and contemporaneity, offering a fresh perspective on an enduring subject.
- A truly unique and original painting, only one of its kind in existence!
- This painting is on a 20mm canvas, unframed and ready to hang.
- Framing on request, please get in touch to discuss ideas and your decor.
- Signed on the front and reverse by the artist Anna-Marie Buss and will make a sensational and thought-provoking addition to your home.
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“Florabundance”
Oil on Canvas | 100cm x 100cm
Auspicious Chinese symbolism in flowers:
Passion – Honeysuckle
Beauty – Magnolia
Prosperity – Narcissus
Opulence – Peony
Cleansing properties – Chrysanthemum.
“A Polar Dream”
Oil on Canvas | 100cm x 100cm | SOLD
North Pole meets South Pole. Arctic Fox, Narwhal, Polar Bear and Reindeer at the top. Emperor Penguin and Seal at the icy bottom. The Arctic Turn soars across both poles. A subliminal cross gives hope in that their ever decreasing landscape is protected.
“A Rose’s Orison”
Oil on Canvas | 100cm x 100cm | SOLD
Where beauty and the underworld intersect. A red rose is the symbol of courage, love and power. A Raven caws his message to the darkside whilst a hummingbird drinks the nectar of the Gods. A ladybird with its colour and promise of good fortune sits peacefully with the bumble bee, Melissa who flys to meet her tragic destiny.
“A Moth’s Dream”
Oil on Canvas | 100cm x 100cm | SOLD
Wings of the Eyed Hawkmoth, Elephant Hawkmoth, Large Emerald and in the centre, Death’s-Head Hawkmoth cross the dusky landscape. A fond childhood memory from breeding moths in my bedroom and showing that they are just as stunning as butterflies.
“A Gardener’s Dream”
Acrylic on Canvas | 50cm x 50cm | SOLD
A peony, rose, brambles and Red Admiral butterfly on a stem of buddleja cross a dreamy landscape.
“A Sailor’s Dream”
Acrylic on Canvas | 50cm x 50cm | SOLD
Yacht racing on the open sea, sailing upon crystal clear waters, navigating nights under the stars on a gentle current. Wake up to the Sailor’s Dream.
“A Butterfly’s Dream”
Acrylic on Canvas | 40cm x 40cm | SOLD
Colourful abstract butterfly wings cross a surreal landscape.
