Grey Cube Gallery proudly presents the first Floral online art show for the month of October 2021. The show encompassed a range of artistic styles and mediums (oil on canvas, acrylic, watercolor, pastel, gouache, photography, digital, colored pencil, pen & ink, ceramics). Each submission has been judged based on the following elements of artistic expression: orginality and quality of art, overall design, creativity, interpretation of the theme, demonstration of artistic ability and usage of medium. Out of all entries, 130 artworks were shortlisted for inclusion in the show. The competition attracted entries from many countries across the world: USA, Canada, Italy, Greece, Australia, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Armenia, Isreal, Japan and India. Enjoy the show and thank you for expressing an interest in our competition.

The mystique and natural beauty of Florida are the elements that inspire me to bring a canvas to life by capturing a special time of day that is magical. Painting the raw splendor and energy of Florida’s natural environment allows me as an artist to introduce the observer of my artwork to the wonderment I feel when observing God’s craftsmanship. By creating a painting of clouds, ocean, landscape, or birds unique to Florida on canvas, I can bring to life the light and inspiration that makes my work and spirit come alive with beauty, color, emotion. This passion is driven by the desire to create realistic expressions depicting the divine majesty of God’s creations often found only a short drive from civilization. It is in quiet places and natural environments, away from crowds, traffic, buildings, that we find peace and inspiration in nature to restore our energy and soul. I paint this tropical paradise to bring it back home for others to savor and enjoy. Laurie’s website is www.laurieheinartist.com.

There is a moment in time, and in nature, when plants are at the peak of their reproductive cycle. They are fully asserting their seductive beauty/perfection/ splendor/ripeness. We observe blooming fields in their entirety. These paintings are the opposite of that. Just as all matter is made up of atoms which contain electronically moving parts, the focus is on select blooms and show the importance of their smallest components.

Silvia is an artist and floral designer based in New York City. Focusing on flowers as her subject, she is able to capture personality through colors and depth, essentially bringing her pieces to life. She describes the process as therapeutic, comparing life’s journeys to all the layers and twists of the petals, which represent trauma, loss, celebrations, and moments of peace and joy. She has an eye for all things floral and enjoys manipulating the various colors within flowers to highlight and enhance the lesser known aspects. “ When I draw a flower, I try to find its soul. Every living thing has a personality and soul in my opinion. I seek to develop a relationship with my subjects and speak to their soul. I feel the heartaches and triumphs at every fold, every twist - each layer means something.” Ever since she was a child, Silvia had a passion for drawing - she could sit for hours with a pencil, which is her preferred medium, and disappear into her own world. She likes using pencil as it gives her a sense of control - not only in how she maneuvers her artwork, but also on the journey of life. Silvia was born and raised in Hollywood, California in 1964 to immigrant parents of Armenian descent. She grew up within the Armenian community of Los Angeles and feels very connected to her Armenian culture and heritage. She graduated from FIDM where she majored in Fashion Design. She is also the mother of 3 daughters, which she and her husband raised in NYC, where she has called home for the past 30 years.

I love flowers, roses in particular. I have been working on a Rose Series for 2 years as of December. I use my own photos to paint from. I just finished the At the Edge of a Rpse Bush. I liked the view of the side of the rose bush with the roses hanging out is space with all the colors and light and shadows.