Chartreuse Green Hellebore Flowers No.1 Contemporary Botanical Painting by Susan Havens

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Chartreuse Hellebores White Urn is a contemporary interpretation of the classic floral still life, featuring chartreuse green hellebore blossoms arranged … Read more Chartreuse Hellebores White Urn is a contemporary interpretation of the classic floral still life, featuring chartreuse green hellebore blossoms arranged in a softly silhouetted white urn. The painting embraces a monochromatic exploration of fresh greens and pale yellows, creating a luminous composition that feels both botanical and modern.

The hellebores are rendered with expressive, hand-drawn linework that highlights their distinctive star-shaped petals and intricate centers. The repeated floral forms create a rhythmic pattern, giving the arrangement a sense of movement and abundance.

Below, a softly defined white urn anchors the bouquet. Its diffused edges and simplified form provide an atmospheric contrast to the graphic quality of the flowers above, referencing traditional floral arrangements through a contemporary lens.

This painting bridges the gap between traditional botanical subjects and contemporary aesthetics. Its fresh palette and graphic execution make it a striking addition to interiors that embrace modern design, eclectic styling, or nature-inspired spaces.

Specifications
• Type: Original painting, one of one
• Medium: Spray paint, acrylic paint, and ink on Birsol paper
• Year: 2026
• Artist: Susan Havens
• Size: 18" x 24" ( including a 1.5" white border)
• Color Palette: Chartreuse, Celadon Green, Butter Yellow, and White

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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, private clubs, and hospitality environments by interior designers, as well as featured at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art in New Orleans. See less