Rachel Rice-Baham
Le Grande Botanics - No. 3
Original hand painted floral art.
Unframed.
Mixed Media on Vintage Spiral Bound Book Pages.
Approximate Size: 8.5x5.5
This series of eight whimsical floral abstracts captures a delightful fusion of vintage charm and modern playfulness. Painted on spiralbound vintage book pages, the pieces celebrate the beauty of imperfection and the passage of time. Each floral silhouette is rendered in crisp white, standing out boldly against soft backdrops of sky blue, sage green, and peach—colors that evoke serenity, renewal, and warmth.
The textured surfaces of the book pages, with their visible text and faded edges, add a tactile depth to the works, grounding the ethereal florals in history. The use of spiral-bound pages hints at a sense of informality, as though these pieces were plucked from an artist's personal journal of botanical musings. The floral forms are simplified yet full of life, exuding a playful confidence and an inherent lightness.
Emotionally, this series feels nostalgic and uplifting, like a memory of carefree summer days spent outdoors. The juxtaposition of vintage materials with contemporary design creates a sense of timelessness, inviting viewers to reflect on the beauty of blending past and present. Together, the series radiates joy and calm, a celebration of nature's enduring allure and the whimsy of creative expression.
Special Cares & Considerations:
Many of the materials used to create her works are hand cut &/or hand torn. Many are also vintage &/or antique in age, collected from all over the world. As a result, provided approximate sizing could vary. Each piece is hand painted/assembled, hand cut/torn, and may include vintage/antique materials, resulting in small imperfections unique to each individual piece.