"Flourish" Original Mixed Media Floral Painting

Flourish, an original joy-filled mixed media floral painting by Merrill Weber.

• In acrylic, pastel and graphite

• 24 x 30-inches on stretched canvas

• Protected with multiple coats of archival varnish

• Framed in natural floater frame, wired and ready to hang

I discovered a magnificent display at a botanical garden. Bold burgundy poppies commanded attention. Delicate pink roses provided elegant contrast. Tiny purple and blue blooms created a perfect balance. The arrangement stopped me in my tracks.

Back in the studio, those same flowers revealed their quiet magic. Light softened their edges. Burgundy deepened to rich velvet. Pink glowed with a golden warmth. Blue flickered like scattered gems. Flourish captures that exact moment of awe—the feeling of being completely immersed in beauty.

My process begins with careful observation. I sketch from life using vine charcoal. Bold acrylic strokes establish form and energy. Graphite adds definition. Pastel highlights bring dimension. Multiple varnish layers protect and preserve.

Flourish brings a sense of vitality and elegance to your home. Its rich palette and dynamic composition invite pause - offering a daily reminder to notice the beauty around you. Whether displayed in a living room, dining room, kitchen, or bedroom, this painting uplifts and engages, filling the space with warmth, light, and quiet joy.

© Merrill Weber. Artist retains copyright on artwork.