Witch Hazel in Bloom

This painting portrays witchhazel blooming in late winter as a quiet presence within an otherwise dormant landscape. The solitary branch and sparse blossoms suggest endurance and awareness rather than overt vitality. This painting frames the plant as an observer of the season, embodying resilience and subtle transition toward spring. The work combines representational structure with expressive color, using Fauvist-influenced purples and warm golds to intensify shadow and light. Brushwork follows the natural curvature of the branch and petals, alternating between controlled form and gestural edges to suggest movement. Layered color shifts—from deep reds to oranges and tans—create translucency and depth while maintaining a restrained, atmospheric background.