Japanese paper tree branches, dyed eucalyptus, anthurium, euphorbia, carnations, in a matte white ceramic container.For this year's exhibit at Brooklyn Botanic Garden's Cherry Blossom Festival, I chose not to use cherry. Unlike last year, the cherry blossoms at the Garden grounds are now in their magnificent prime, lusciously abundant and full. Why try to compete with nature when it's that perfect?
So, as a counterpoint to all that voluptuousness outside, I went for a minimal composition. The muted white branches and container created an elegant vertical column, punctuated by the contrasting colors of the flowers. I just love this acid spring green against the purple, don't you? The eucalyptus, a gift from my boss Mel, added some rhythm and whimsy.
Overall effect is, I think, a bit like a ballerina in a strikingly unexpected tutu.
