‘Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature’

I’ve always been captivated by the beauty and intricacies within nature. I recall as a little girl, spending hours doodling and sketching all forms of nature, taking the time to study my subject closely and include every single, minute detail. It was more than just the curiosities of a child or fascination with bright colours and shapes – I wanted to know where they came from, how they grew and what their purpose was.

As an adult, this enchantment deepened. However, I realised that whilst many of us admire the beauty of a blossoming flower, rarely do we stop amidst our busy daily lives to witness it. More often than not, we see a beginning and an end, but miss all the stages in between.

I feel many of us equate a flower’s appeal and charm to when it is young, fresh and vibrant, but as it begins to lose its petals, wilt and decay, we have very little interest. In fact, most of us would throw away a bouquet long before its life cycle is complete.

So, inspired by the obsessions of Robert Mapplethorpe and Harold Feinstein’s book – ‘One Hundred Flowers’, this collection of images are my artistic representation documenting the life cycle of the tulip and the correlation to the human form throughout the ageing process.

Detail, texture and form are common elements woven through each piece, inviting you to linger beyond a simple glance and take the time to observe the floral structure and unique transformations in a minimalist setting.

From birth to death or bud to decay, I believe the tulip reflects the beauty in every stage of our life. But, more importantly, I feel they serve as a powerful reminder of the importance to treasure every moment of our own existence.