Lily of the Valleys
By Luke Zhang, Grade 10
About This Art Piece: The Artist’s Statement
I was inspired to paint this piece by the lily of the valleys I grew at home. The beauty of the lily of the valleys lies in its blossoms. They are usually pure white, small, and look like tiny bells that hang on the stem. The flowers contrast well with its lush, green, lance-shaped leaves, and it makes the blooms stand out even more. I wanted to capture and preserve this unique moment.
The lily of the valleys only blooms once a year in early spring. Beyond the flowers’ delicate appearance, it also has a fresh yet deep floral scent. The scent of lily of the valleys is often described as innocent and lingers in the air for a long time. Above the flowers, I painted two bumblebees that are attracted by the fragrance of the flowers. The painting conveys an overall harmony and life in the springtime and emphasizes the beauty of God’s creation.
Throughout the drawing process, I specifically enjoyed the process of learning how to watercolour and grasp the texture of the painting. While I was drawing the bees, I got to layer with watercolours, and this is something I hadn’t done before. I am happy to learn more about watercolour, and I enjoyed it throughout.
By Luke Zhang, Grade 10
About This Art Piece: The Artist’s Statement
I was inspired to paint this piece by the lily of the valleys I grew at home. The beauty of the lily of the valleys lies in its blossoms. They are usually pure white, small, and look like tiny bells that hang on the stem. The flowers contrast well with its lush, green, lance-shaped leaves, and it makes the blooms stand out even more. I wanted to capture and preserve this unique moment.
The lily of the valleys only blooms once a year in early spring. Beyond the flowers’ delicate appearance, it also has a fresh yet deep floral scent. The scent of lily of the valleys is often described as innocent and lingers in the air for a long time. Above the flowers, I painted two bumblebees that are attracted by the fragrance of the flowers. The painting conveys an overall harmony and life in the springtime and emphasizes the beauty of God’s creation.
Throughout the drawing process, I specifically enjoyed the process of learning how to watercolour and grasp the texture of the painting. While I was drawing the bees, I got to layer with watercolours, and this is something I hadn’t done before. I am happy to learn more about watercolour, and I enjoyed it throughout.
By Luke Zhang, Grade 10
About This Art Piece: The Artist’s Statement
I was inspired to paint this piece by the lily of the valleys I grew at home. The beauty of the lily of the valleys lies in its blossoms. They are usually pure white, small, and look like tiny bells that hang on the stem. The flowers contrast well with its lush, green, lance-shaped leaves, and it makes the blooms stand out even more. I wanted to capture and preserve this unique moment.
The lily of the valleys only blooms once a year in early spring. Beyond the flowers’ delicate appearance, it also has a fresh yet deep floral scent. The scent of lily of the valleys is often described as innocent and lingers in the air for a long time. Above the flowers, I painted two bumblebees that are attracted by the fragrance of the flowers. The painting conveys an overall harmony and life in the springtime and emphasizes the beauty of God’s creation.
Throughout the drawing process, I specifically enjoyed the process of learning how to watercolour and grasp the texture of the painting. While I was drawing the bees, I got to layer with watercolours, and this is something I hadn’t done before. I am happy to learn more about watercolour, and I enjoyed it throughout.