flowers and arts

Flowers have been used by artists to create a story and personality in their art for centuries, from color and mood to their hidden language, and artists have worked to capture the rich symbolism in flowers. Either as a background detail or as the focal point, flowers can represent a multitude of emotions and feelings: from love, passion and desire to purity, innocence or even death.

The meaning of flowers for the artist: Modern day florists can discreetly use the colour of flowers to tell a story through a bouquet, sending a message through blossoms. Artists have always taken note of the colour of flowers to evoke a certain emotion. Take roses, for example; traditionally symbolizing love and desire. However, a red rose may signify profound passion and authentic love, while a white rose conveys purity and youthful love, and a yellow rose signifies friendship. Below are some of the different meanings the art has given to the flowers:

Colours:

• Red: Love, romance, courage, desire
• Pink: Gentleness, happiness, grace, innocence
• Blue: Peace, serenity, openness, relaxation
• White: Reverence, humility, purity, sympathy
• Yellow: Happiness, friendship, pride, joy
• Orange: Bold, passion, enthusiasm, excitement
• Purple: Royalty, dignity, tradition, success

Type of art:

• Greek art: The ivy plant was sacred to Dionysus, god of the grape harvest, wine-making and wine, fertility and theater in ancient Greek religion and myths.
• Asian Art: In Asian art, the lotus, which has petals that open when the sun comes up and closes at sunset, symbolizes birth and rebirth.
• Indian Art: The jasmine flower in Hindu art represents love and fertility.
• Egyptian Art: The lotus flower has been called the sacred flower of ancient Egypt. They were a symbol for the blossoming of life, sun and creation.
• Latin American Art: Frida Kahlo often wore and used flowers in her paintings as a celebration of her national heritage, their symbolism of fertility and fecundity.

Flowers have been an essential part of artistic expression for centuries, giving works narrative depth and emotional strength. Artists skillfully weave their symbolism into creations, using color and form to evoke an array of emotions ranging from love and passion to innocence and contemplation. Modern florists continue this tradition, creating bouquets that are emotional narratives. From the intense passion of a red rose to the serene purity of a white flower, flowers remain a timeless source of inspiration that brings universal meaning to art.