Clivia

Many years ago, I was given a Clivia plant, also known as Natal Lily. It grew and prospered, and the many plants that came from that one. Over the last 40 years, I have a grown a massive display of vivid orange flowers that bloom from over a dozen plants during the late winter and early spring.

The tall straight stems packed with orange flowers have caused them to be called the Flower of the Gentleman in China. The legends state that the Clivia will bring abundance to the household!

I created this painting during one abundant spring.   I used Japanese Washi paper made from Mulberry leaves and traditional black Sumi and coloured mineral inks with brushes from China and Japan. The painting has been float mounted and framed in natural Ash.