With the 16th century, a new type of picture became established in painting. The still life was recognized as an independent work. Already in Jan van Eyck and the Dutch painters of his time, small sections of pictures can be found that show an arranged still life. The Dutch painters are regarded as pioneers of still life and their compositions of inanimate objects are still a model for many contemporary artists today. The depiction of flowers quickly advanced to become one of the most popular motifs. Christopher Ryland is one of the most important representatives of contemporary botanical painting in England. His work thrives on a modern mode of representation and the connection to traditional watercolor painting. Ryland appeals to the aesthetic zeitgeist and places the natural finds in the centre of attention. The flowers chosen are convincing in their natural beauty and can do without ornamental accessories.
Christopher Ryland was born in Sussex in the mid-20th century and studied art at Goldsmith College in London. Ryland left school with a bachelor's degree in fine arts. In his early years as an artist, Christopher joined a community of artists who produced a series of public and environmental art projects. Ryland painted large-scale murals during this period. In the early 1980s, the artist specialized in botanical painting. He has presented his works in numerous exhibitions. On a national and international level, his floral representations have been enthusiastically welcomed and have been rewarded with various prizes from the very beginning. With his botanical art, Christopher Ryland has transferred a classical pictorial form into modern times. The painter captures the characteristic beauty of plants and makes them appear fresh and fragrant with watercolours. Following the traditions of English watercolour painters, Ryland uses only the finest British-made paper and the watercolours of an English manufacture for his watercolours.
In addition to his practical work, the artist is also a lecturer and shares his experience in painting courses. In his adopted home of Sudbury, Suffolk, the artist has created a sphere of activity in which he has incorporated numerous facets of art. Ryland is a teacher and advisor, he publishes in specialized magazines and journals, and his works serve as models for modern botanical art. Fine English china bears the painter's designs and the English Society of Botanical Art has elected Ryland as a member. The man behind the paintings, however, remains hidden. What is visible is what the artist achieves with his works. It is the familiar appearing flowers that Ryland puts into a new perspective, giving the viewer the feeling of discovering something completely new and enjoying the naturalness.
With the 16th century, a new type of picture became established in painting. The still life was recognized as an independent work. Already in Jan van Eyck and the Dutch painters of his time, small sections of pictures can be found that show an arranged still life. The Dutch painters are regarded as pioneers of still life and their compositions of inanimate objects are still a model for many contemporary artists today. The depiction of flowers quickly advanced to become one of the most popular motifs. Christopher Ryland is one of the most important representatives of contemporary botanical painting in England. His work thrives on a modern mode of representation and the connection to traditional watercolor painting. Ryland appeals to the aesthetic zeitgeist and places the natural finds in the centre of attention. The flowers chosen are convincing in their natural beauty and can do without ornamental accessories.
Christopher Ryland was born in Sussex in the mid-20th century and studied art at Goldsmith College in London. Ryland left school with a bachelor's degree in fine arts. In his early years as an artist, Christopher joined a community of artists who produced a series of public and environmental art projects. Ryland painted large-scale murals during this period. In the early 1980s, the artist specialized in botanical painting. He has presented his works in numerous exhibitions. On a national and international level, his floral representations have been enthusiastically welcomed and have been rewarded with various prizes from the very beginning. With his botanical art, Christopher Ryland has transferred a classical pictorial form into modern times. The painter captures the characteristic beauty of plants and makes them appear fresh and fragrant with watercolours. Following the traditions of English watercolour painters, Ryland uses only the finest British-made paper and the watercolours of an English manufacture for his watercolours.
In addition to his practical work, the artist is also a lecturer and shares his experience in painting courses. In his adopted home of Sudbury, Suffolk, the artist has created a sphere of activity in which he has incorporated numerous facets of art. Ryland is a teacher and advisor, he publishes in specialized magazines and journals, and his works serve as models for modern botanical art. Fine English china bears the painter's designs and the English Society of Botanical Art has elected Ryland as a member. The man behind the paintings, however, remains hidden. What is visible is what the artist achieves with his works. It is the familiar appearing flowers that Ryland puts into a new perspective, giving the viewer the feeling of discovering something completely new and enjoying the naturalness.
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