Chasing The Sun - Bluecrown Passionflower

Chasing The Sun - Bluecrown Passionflower (Passiflora Caerulea)

71 x 71 x 3.75 cm

20/06/2024

By HSIN LIN

Artist Acrylic on Acid-free canvas.

Sealed with clear spray varnish. Side panels painted.

Signed at the front and ready to hang.

Comes with a certificate of authenticity.

Affirmation: Climb higher, until we reach the top.

To experience the changing of the seasons and to present moments, it has become a routine of mine to paint the first bloom in my surroundings during its flowering season. This artwork is inspired by the Passion Vine that I spotted in my neighbourhood close to my art studio.

I was fascinated by those interesting fringed petals and splendorous tendrils; the white petals shone bright like precious gems under the sunshine.

Fun Fact of these unusual blossoms - Passion Flower Essence is used to purify and strengthen one’s connection to unconditional love even nowadays.

A Truly Special and Symbolic Gift- Passion Flower, was named by Roman Catholic priests In the 15th and 16th centuries for the Passion of Jesus Christ. Old sayings were that the flower's five petals and five-petallike sepals represented the 10 faithful apostles. As for the circle of filaments in the centre of the blossom, it stands for the Crown of Thorns.

Flowers always bloom in their own time without competing with other flowers. May we all bloom in our time in the best season. I hope you enjoy this artwork of mine.

Artwork inspired by nature in Melbourne, Winter, 2024. -HSIN LIN