Roses (2025)Watercolour
by Natalia Butenko

Before you is a watercolor that practically bursts with life.
At the center of the composition are two large blooms of the Canadian rose (also known as wild rose or rosehip), glowing with an intense pink-red hue. The petals appear translucent, as if lit from within, with soft gradients shifting from bright magenta to deeper ruby tones. The edges are slightly blurred — that characteristic watercolor softness that creates a sense of movement and warmth.
The background is a true flash of expression. Bold green brushstrokes, made with confident sweeping motions, are interspersed with splashes of lime, emerald, and light leafy green. These strokes don’t so much depict foliage as they convey energy, growth, and the freshness of nature.
The entire artwork is created in a modern “dopamine” style:
— vivid, saturated colors,
— a feeling of joy and freedom,
— a composition where emotion matters more than realism.
The watercolor feels uplifting, as if every brushstroke is a breath of summer air, and the central flowers are a symbol of pure, vibrant life.

Materials used:

Watercolours

Details:

• Watercolour on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 31 x 23 x 0.5cm (unframed)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Illustrative
• Subject: Flowers and plants

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