STORY BEHIND THE ART OF CAROL WOODIN

23rd Annual International

American Society of Botanical Artists at Wave Hill

Two Orchids II

Paphiopedilum 'Doll's Kobold'

Over the years I’ve painted more slipper orchids than any other subject. Most of these have been species, however once in a while a hybrid grabs my attention enough to impel me to paint it. This is a primary hybrid - that is a cross of two species, in this case Paphiopedilum henryanum and P. charlesworthii. The glossy surface and rich color of petals and lip add surface texture, and the dark spots on the dorsal sepal add interest. The painting focuses exclusively on these two flowers and the relationship between them, in their different stages of growth. This is painted on vellum that I’ve stretched over a panel and shadowboxed.

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