Rachel Rice-Baham
The Garden District II – No.3
Original hand painted botanicals.
Unframed.
Mixed Media on Watercolor Paper.
Approximate Size: 12”x9”.
This series of four whimsical floral abstracts on watercolor paper captures the delicate interplay of simplicity and charm. Each piece features a single, stylized bloom presented in an elegant, minimalist design. The floral forms, outlined with delicate precision, feel as though they are floating, suspended in a tranquil space of muted, harmonious tones.
The choice of the soft, earthy background—painted a serene green, with soothing undertones of grays —allows the floral motifs to take center stage while exuding a calm and grounded energy. The absence of intricate details in the blooms emphasizes their playful essence, encouraging viewers to interpret them as symbols of nature’s quiet joy and resilience.
Emotionally, the series evokes a sense of serenity and wonder, as if each flower is a gentle invitation to pause and appreciate life’s small, beautiful moments. The simplicity of the forms resonates with a childlike sense of discovery, making the series feel both lighthearted and deeply reflective. Together, these works celebrate the quiet elegance of nature, offering a peaceful escape into a whimsical botanical world.