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Lin describes the production process of her statement piece “A Thousand Ways to Love” from her upcoming exhibition 'Blossoms of Life':
To experience the seasons, it has become a routine of mine to paint the first bloom around my surroundings, during its flowering season.
This is my depiction of the gorgeous bouquet that was gifted to me by my family in Australia and family members overseas as a surprise, during the opening night of my solo exhibition a few years ago. From the beautiful flowers that I received; I see all kinds of love in different kinds of forms. I was overwhelmed by a surge of various emotions. Sometimes the strongest love may be left unsaid but presents itself loudest in action.
I started this artwork around December 2022. It’s been a long journey, sunny days and rainy days. To depict the different textures of those special native flowers correctly, some days I even had to start all over if I wasn’t satisfied with the outcome the day before. Some of the tepals are velvety, some are furry, and some have woody, rough surfaces or relatively firm textures.
The process wasn’t an easy task but It’s a challenge that I always enjoyed. The flowers I painted during the day sometimes appear in my dreams. After 12 months of production time, I finally had it completed on December 2023.
I personally love this artwork very much as I also have an affirmation for it – While there are a thousand ways to say I love you, my strongest love language is always acts of service.
There are also rich meanings hidden behind different kinds of flowers:
Banksia prionotes, also known as Acorn Banksia or Orange Banksia. In the Language of Flowers, Banksia symbolizes rebirth, regeneration and new beginnings.
Amaranthus, with tiny flowers blooming in cascading clusters creating a weeping effect, is considered a symbol of immortality due to its longevity.
Dracula Celosia, formerly Celosia cristata, also known as cockscomb, is the crested variety of the species
Celosia argentea. The unusual shape and richly-hued blooms of the flower is not the only reason why it stands out, it’s also believed that celosia is a good omen.
Celosia is a symbol of boldness. If you want to wish someone courage, gifting Celosia to the person you care about will send the right message. Celosia flowers also stand for affection, love, individuality, partnership, resilience, and strength.
Yellow Paper Daisy, also known as Sticky Everlasting, Shiny Everlasting, or Golden Everlasting.
Yellow Daisy stands for youthful beauty and gentleness. Some people look at the daisy to be a symbol of good luck. However, the most popular meanings attached to the daisy are - loyal love, innocence, and purity.
As for my all-time favourite - Eucalyptus flowers and gum nuts stand for Healing and Protection.
Flowers always bloom in their own time without competing with other flowers. May we all bloom in our time in the best season. Here I present you the latest piece from my award-winning/signature series - Bloom like Flowers. - A Thousand Ways to Love – Acorn Banksia, Eucalyptus, Amaranthus, Celosia Cristata and Yellow Everlastings (2023) by Hsin Lin.
Lin’s paintings, a series of flowers in full bloom, remind us that we are alive and that life is vibrant, blossoming and full of potential.
Enjoy the time-lapse video of this artwork please visit:
https://youtu.be/pXOA7ZFS79g
Hsin Lin
January 2024
https://www.hsinlinart.com/
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