STORY BEHIND THE ART OF BETSY ROGERS-KNOX

21st Annual International

American Society of Botanical Artists at Wave Hill

Woodlands

Maianthemum racemosa, Arisaema triphyllum, Lobelia siphilitica, Monotropa uniflora

The juxtaposition in nature of such diverse shapes, sizes, textures and colors is just too alluring not to appreciate. It has become a primary consideration in my botanical illustration choices. The inspiration for this painting resulted from an autumn walk in the White Memorial Woods in Litchfield, Connecticut. Along with the visual appeal, this composition, even with its dissimilarities, offers a silent call to pause and behold its harmonious coexistence.

With summer’s end the rich, green leaves of the drooping False Solomon’s Seal undergo the change to muted gold and yellow autumn shades. The bright red berries of the Jack-in-the-pulpit take center stage along with the pinkish Indian Pipe accents and a Great Lobelia peeking from behind.

Ultimately, botanical illustrators are offering a visual tribute, a symbol of respect and affection, even awe to nature’s boundless beauty and mystery.

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