view additional image 1
View in a Room ArtworkView in a Room Background
69 Views
3

VIEW IN MY ROOM

Mandala - Limited Edition of 5 Photograph

Barbara Reiner

United States

Photography, Color on Paper

Size: 42 W x 42 H x 0.1 D in

Ships in a Tube

info-circle
This artwork is not for sale.
Primary imagePrimary imagePrimary imagePrimary imagePrimary image Trustpilot Score
69 Views
3

About The Artwork

Last semester, our photography professor at Southern Connecticut State University took our class to the Yale British Art Museum to see an exhibit on the "moving image". I encountered the work of Theo Eshetu, a mesmerizing piece of video art about "colonialism" which was projected in a semi-circle and reflected in a mirror to convey the sense of a whole circle. My reaction to this work provided a profound moment of clarity. The mandala, a circle, also represents spiritual journey within the individual viewer. It would be impossible to visually communicate the horror which I felt when viewing Eshetu's piece which addressed empire driven greed. I thought though, as an artist, I could employ the circle to make a simple and optimistic statement based on one of the lenses thru which I view the world. It's my macro lens which focuses on flowers, which make me happy. So this is a happy piece. As a floral designer I used the midori anthurium and the paphiopedilum in floral arrangements inspired by Ikebana, "the way of flowers". Trying to find iris off season was a challenge. A sensitive person at a local florist, pulled the green lotus pod from the cooler and simply said, "look at that tiny curve." Each piece was photographed in my studio against a lightbox. After isolating each element, I then digitally constructed a "symbolic mandala". This artwork is printed in a limited edition of 5 pieces, using archival inks in an Epson wide-format printer on Moab entrada rag bright paper and finished with their protective spray. A certificate of authenticity is included. The artwork will be rolled in a tube and shipped to client. Satisfaction is guaranteed. For exhibit, I have trimmed and mounted the piece as a circle with a diameter of 42 inches, although I sense that some collectors would prefer to make their own presentation decisions.

Details & Dimensions

Photography:Color on Paper

Artist Produced Limited Edition of:5

Size:42 W x 42 H x 0.1 D in

Shipping & Returns

Delivery Time:Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-14 business days for international shipments.

Years ago, I was a floral designer in New Haven, CT, having studied at the New York Botanical Gardens and my designs were inspired by the practice of Ikebana or Kado – the way of flowers. My approach was intentionally minimalist so folks could appreciate the individuality and beauty of each blossom. My floral design work was very popular. As a florist, one must present perfect blossoms! A client gave me a book of Robert Mapplethorpe’s photos of flowers…and I promised myself to put together a body of work that inspired me as much as those photos. Orchids particularly appeal to me because of their variety, spectacular colors and markings, distinctive forms, longevity and their purposeful consideration in the scientific exploration of evolution. I went back to school to study photography and graphic design and closed the shop around 2000. Professional portrait and commercial product photography was a great learning experience although not very enjoyable. Photographing flowers in earnest for over ten years and considering the maturity of my “straight photography” efforts, the time is opportune to explore. Using a macro lens, standing very close, it is joyful to capture a tiny detail. In the past, I frequently shot hand-held on location in manual mode, stopped down and of necessity started to experiment with adding external lighting. As a result, most of my images, even the prized ones, tended toward low key. If I managed to get an acceptable hi-key image it was typically in a controlled studio with more elaborate lighting and a plain pale backdrop. Many of the subjects I really wanted to photograph can be a challenge to do in the field, particularly if they are presented in a curated exhibit at a botanical garden. Coincidentally, I don't really see large vistas, I see small details and want to see them incredibly large. At Southern Connecticut State University, last semester, my portfolio development exhibit included a participatory installation. It was exciting to encourage fellow students to engage directly (draw with pastels, markers, etc) with a large digitally printed panorama that combined literal and abstract botanicals. It is wonderful to concentrate on producing work that fulfills a creative vision that has slowly developed since I pulled that first roll of developed film from the canister over 40 years ago. Flowers make me happy! I love to explore their colors, centers, forms and lines…and am thrilled that much of my work reflects this.

Thousands Of Five-Star Reviews

We deliver world-class customer service to all of our art buyers.

globe

Global Selection

Explore an unparalleled artwork selection by artists from around the world.

Satisfaction Guaranteed

Our 14-day satisfaction guarantee allows you to buy with confidence.

Support An Artist With Every Purchase

We pay our artists more on every sale than other galleries.

Need More Help?

Enjoy Complimentary Art Advisory Contact Customer Support