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My indoor vineyard and wildflower garden

It was thrilling to create this simulated garden "setting" in my studio, complete with draping grape vines, roses and wildflowers. I used a potted silk ficus tree from Michaels, a piece of lattice stuck in the pot, and a Trader Joes potted hydrangea at the base. I didn't do much to organize the arrangement, instead letting the beautiful clusters fall where they might.

Here is a photo of my setup:



There is nothing like painting directly from life and as I have been very blessed with being a fast painter, I can now go give my thirsty wilted hydrangea some water.

Enjoy the final painting, "Concerto in the Garden", 30 x 22, Soft Pastel