Observing the morning light

Blue Pitcher, Lemons and Floral Arrangement

In “Blue Pitcher, Lemons and Floral Arrangement”, the intent was to capture a quiet moment of stillness, focusing on the interplay between sharp colour and light. The lemons, grouped deliberately to catch the light, provide a necessary warmth against the cooler tones of the background.

Working with a palette knife allows for a certain decisiveness in the paint application. Here, the impasto technique creates physical depth, particularly in the petals and the rounded forms of the fruit. By laying the paint down in singular, deliberate movements, the texture remains honest to the process, avoiding unnecessary blending. The blue pitcher serves as a firm anchor for the composition, balancing the brightness of the yellow against the soft, layered whites of the tablecloth. It is an exploration of how light sits upon a surface, rather than a mere representation of objects.