Inspired by the floral still lifes of the Dutch Masters, All of the Delicate Things continues my exploration of flowers, insects and the human figure as intertwined symbols of beauty and impermanence. A recent visit to the Netherlands, where I experienced the remarkable paintings of Rachel Ruysch and Jan van Huysum firsthand, renewed my appreciation for their exquisite craftsmanship and layered symbolism.
Across these works, blooms and figures are woven together in moments of quiet contemplation, inviting us to notice the fragile, beautiful things that often go unseen – those fleeting moments of tenderness, resilience and connection that make us profoundly human.