Corn Cob
We do have an abundance of fresh produce that becomes available in the summer in Ontario, Canada. So I’m going to focus on illustrating fresh pickings throughout the summer. Corn on the cob, is a sign that summer has arrived, providing many different varieties throughout the season. “Knee high in July” is the saying for those that monitor the plant’s height, and from there it grows quickly with the perfect balance of heat and rain. Nothing like it!
Hollyhocks
Two things: my dog is sick of interrupting our walks for a photo reference and neighbours on vacation are getting used to seeing a weird woman in their garden on their cameras.
I couldn’t go by these hollyhocks. They were gorgeous. In amongst some other perennial specimens which may or may not be an upcoming digital illustration. Also explains that weird broad leaf at the bottom of this illustration.
Poppy
The poppy has been a symbol of Remembrance for over 100 years and a symbol of hope for a peaceful future in the aftermath of the First World War. It represents all those who lost their lives on active service, from the beginning of the First World War right up to present day.
Did you know? The 2004 Canadian "poppy" quarter was the world's first coloured circulation coin.
Peonies
As photographed in my next door neighbours garden (not mine). I do have the typical species of the white and yellow full flower. They were transplanted from my childhood home. The first to bloom goes to my mother’ s grave in a glass bowl…just like how my mom chose to showcase them. They always reminded me of those tissue pulled flowers we used to decorate wedding cars with.
Available as giclee or note cards.
Bearded Iris
Bearded Iris is one of the most popular and classic garden irises, and comes in a wide range of colours and fragrances. Their underground stems (rhizomes) have been used in perfume and skincare products. The bearded descriptor actually refers to the fuzzy reddish “beards” on the lower petals, meant to attract bees and butterflies.
I captured this beautiful orange specimen in my neighbours garden. My neighbours all have such beautiful perennial gardens providing me with beautiful subjects for my illustrations.
Holy Basil
It’s a common sight at the St. Jacob’s market, with being in close proximity to the college and universities, vendors often hire students for their Saturday market staff. Because of the market’s early start, students often go right from their Friday entertainment venue to help with market set up. Hence, the stamp on the hand, but on closer inspection I noticed the words were Holy Basil. Look it up….we are so quick to judge! Not printed or framed yet.
Magnolias
Last Thursday I went for a haircut during the thunderstorm. On the front lawn of the house was a beautiful magnolia tree whose flowers were getting ready to bloom, so I took a few shots from under my umbrella. In my digital world I’m able to craft my own background (not the grey gloomy sky) and I also wanted to include some water drops for effect. So here is my digital illustration of Magnolias.
12x8 giclee print or note cards
