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FLORAL CEILING

13/5/2017

 
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Whilst at the City Centre, we had the chance to see the iconic London skyline on a small scale. We had also made a visit here to see an exhibition which felt like entering an all-encompassing secret garden. Hundreds of blooms were suspended ​in the air, almost as if they would delicately rain down on us any minute. The vision of Rebecca Louise Law, the installation features numerous florals gently held with copper wire. ​
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A meandering petal river created with a vast array of flowers, they originally started fresh and vibrant. The transition to this stage shows how the twilight state is just as significant and stunning. There is a passion for 'natural change and preservation' where 'her work evolves as nature takes its course and offers an alternative ​concept of beauty.' The artists love of flora also stems from wishing to highlight the important relationship between nature and humans. ​
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It's like a Van Gogh painting; Starry Night springs to mind. Taken by the swirling motifs, they guide the eye continuously through the entire sky garden. A vast and never-ending space. The upturned meadow features a diverse collection, ranging from Japanese peonies to English roses. A wintery shrub with former white flowers take on a new feel with creamy hued buds. They resemble beads, which drape over paper-like petals in tiny bouquets. The ​hanging gardens of London... Babylon where you at? 
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The thread-like web gently drapes and connects each stem, blending the various layers of colour and mottled design. I've grown a range of bulbs in the garden this year, with the tulips first to show their beautiful face. It's only a matter of time before all the flowers are out in full force. There's ​happiness found in each stage...especially when I see a little bud shooting out of the ground. It is really is in the simple pleasures. ​
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On a day to day basis, I keep things simple in terms of jewellery. Accessories-wise, I sometimes find a statement necklace says everything I need to. The Rosa choker and necklace create a subtle pop of colour against a white background. Layering necklaces, the Willow, Oak and Pearle choker work harmoniously with the rosy tone swirls. Wooden beads entwined with thread add an earthy element.​
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 The falling petals inspire, with mini dots of colour strewn across the floor when they've had their moment in the sun. I spotted lily-of-the valley, irises, bluebells and yellow milfoil clusters here. Bursts of allium take to the stage, where I'm reminded of the purple flower in the film Horton Hears a Who when I see them....maybe there is a whole microcosm of life on each fuzzy orb. ​
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 In my garden, it's nice to be able to appreciate how each variety blossoms at its own pace. A part of me wishes they'd stay in bloom forever, yet the change time brings about is a reminder that everything has it's moments to shine. It's a perfect metaphor in remembering to be present to enjoy it. It feels as though we'd waited forever for the sun to emerge this year. A quote by Hal Borland comes to mind - 'No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn'. The renewal and recharge that Spring brings is always exciting... as well as the pastel palette which is on its way!
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