The floral arranger, Gloria Miller, indicated, "The first time I looked at this painting, I saw red flowers. I have no idea what the artist is trying to portray, but that is what I saw. I like the softness, but also the 'explosive' feeling of the colors and the entire painting. It has a very vibrant look to it."
Unlike many of the other floral arrangements in the show which tended to be somewhat large, I was struck by the contrast of the huge painting accompanied by the smaller traditional bouquet of peonies, alstroemeria (red) and eucalyptus.
To learn more about the Art in Bloom show, the MIA had extended an invitation to the public on their website:
SPECIAL EVENT
Art in Bloom
April 28-May 1, 201110 a.m. – 5 p.m.
museum-wide
Join us for Art in Bloom, a four-day festival of fresh floral arrangements and fine art, presented by the Friends of the Institute at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts. This spring celebration highlights the talents of more than 150 floral artists, whose work will be on view next to the works of art that inspired them. From Thursday through Sunday, you're invited to experience the floral fragrance throughout the museum, enjoy a lecture or demonstration, attend a party or free docent tour, and browse in the Art in Bloom Shop.
That red is so strong.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fantastic idea! So glad you got these photos for us, Kate.
ReplyDeleteI like this combination! The arrangement fits perfectly.
ReplyDeleteI like the combination of both.
ReplyDeleteI like this painting as well. The mix of bright and muted colors appeals to me.
ReplyDeleteI think it's good that the arrangement is small. It makes a statement.
ReplyDeleteI could just kick myself that I missed that event last weekend! Drats! Darn! Dang! Dumb!
ReplyDeleteI see red blossoms and a white vase in the painting, which I think goes perfectly with the vase of red flowers on the pedestal.
ReplyDeleteThat's very nice. I like the picture too. The MFA in Boston had an Art in Bloom show last weekend, but I missed it, unfortunately.
ReplyDeleteThis painting appeals to me... love the strong brush strokes and color
ReplyDeleteVery nice, Kate!
Genie
I lilke seeing these pairings. I think it would work better if the floral arranger had a looser arrangement of the flowers . . . less formal, like the painting.
ReplyDeleteVery interesting take on the flowers. Can't wait to see more.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea for a show, love floral arrangements and coupled with the wall art so great to see.
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