Sherri Aldawood

Conservatory Orchids, Oil Painting

2022

Artist Comments
Artist Sherri Aldawood paints dainty orchids nestled in multi-colored flower pots. "I saw these orchids at the Conservatory in San Diego's Balboa Park," shares Sherri. She captures the bright morning light illuminating the blossoms while contrasting against the darker background. The evident balance of light and shadow creates a harmonious display.

About the Artist
Sherri Aldawood didn't intend to always paint flowers, but over time her love of gardens started to permeate her art. She focuses on the light and color of the flowers on the canvas. Sherri prefers alla prima, working with wet layers of paint instead of letting them dry. She keeps the paint as wet as possible by using walnut and clove oil to extend the drying time.

Words that describe this painting: floral, flowers, San diego, Balboa Park, orchids, Joaquin Sorolla, John Singer Sargent, Monet, garden, flower pots, impressionism, plants, chiarscuro, sunlight, shadow, morning, oilpaint, flora, impressionism, flora, oil painting, green

Conservatory Orchids
Sherri Aldawood
Oil painting on masonite board
Varnished and Ready to frame
One-of-a-kind
Signed on front
2022
16 in. h x 12 in. w x .25 in. d
1 lbs. 10 oz.