Scabiosa Flowers No. 2 Contempoary Floral Painting Susan Havens

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A contemporary re-imagining of a classic floral still-life, this painting explores the delicate, almost textural quality of a mass of … Read more A contemporary re-imagining of a classic floral still-life, this painting explores the delicate, almost textural quality of a mass of flowers through a soft, diffused color palette. The dense collection of anemone-like blooms gathered above a decorative urn creates an impressionistic, yet defined form, bridging traditional motifs with a modern, painterly approach.

Each flower is formed with a soft, circular blush-pink area and defined by gestural, looping white linework. Darker plum pigment applied in layers within the blooms adds depth and dimension, while subtle speckling creates a sense of tactile texture.

Anchoring the active floral arrangement is a large, footed pale ivory urn vessel with substantial side handles. Its soft, slightly blurred edges give it a hazy, grounded quality, creating a perfect balance between the airy flowers and the solid base. Set against a muted, soft lavender ground, this painting is well-suited for interiors that favor texture, subtle color, and a collected aesthetic.

Specifics
• Original painting, one of one.
• On paper and unframed. 2024
• Artist: Susan Havens
• Size: 18" x 24" (Art area 15" x 20" with white border)
• Colors: Soft Lavender, Pale Ivory, Blush Pink, and Plum

• Flowers: Perfecta Blue Scabiosa—often called the "Pincushion Flower"— delicate, papery petals and a prominent central mound of tiny stamens that resemble pins tucked into a cushion. Its architectural, ruffled texture and ethereal lavender-blue hue bring a sophisticated, garden-fresh movement to both naturalistic landscapes and fine floral art.

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Susan Havens is a New Orleans–based artist who holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. With over 27 years of experience as a graphic designer, art director, and creative director, her work reflects a refined understanding of composition, color, and visual storytelling. Her artwork is held in private collections and has been placed in residences by interior designers, as well as featured at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans.

Anemones are prized for their open-faced blooms and distinctive dark centers, which make them popular in both classic botanical illustrations and modern garden arrangements. See less