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First Name:
Derek
Last Name:
Norman
Company Name:
Email:
uk1937@icloud.com
Website:
Artist Statement:
Like so many, I have long been inspired by the beauty and precision found in the natural world. And how in living organisms form, function and color interact in so many harmonious and stunning ways.
In the case of flowers, especially the native wildflowers, (grasses and sedges) there is more than meets the eye. I am constantly intrigued and inspired by their fragile delicate beauty and virtual perfection. Their structure and unique botanical engineering demonstrates an elegant balance of form and function. And when it comes to color, nature is a perfectionist.
As you will see in my botanical drawings - highly detailed pen and black ink botanical studies - and paintings - realistic graphic interpretations and study boards, I strive to convey their exquisite beauty by attempting to marry my art to the science of the plant. My aim - to communicate to the larger public audience the uncommon perfection of a common wildflower - a perfect marriage of art and science.
And in so doing highlight and enhance an appre
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