Celebrate Spring with ‘Clementine’ by Helena McConochie
This week I would like to focus your attention on Helena McConochie’s ‘Clementine’, a contemporary oil painting on exhibition at KAB Gallery Sydney. The painting features a larger than life sized Peony bloom and is a highlight of the gallery right now.
This lush floral scene of white petals set against a navy background is beautifully detailed with subtle hints of blush and gold permeating the composition. McConochie purposefully utilises a strict palette of white with three prime colours to ensure each of the hues can be appreciated in their full vibrancy. This considered approach to her work is unlike most other artists who paint florals. Usually, artists tell me about their liberated joy using a multi-coloured palette when painting flowers. McConochie’s limited palette offers something uniquely refreshing and stylish. ‘Clementine’ is the perfect example of this style, and while hanging at our Pymble art gallery this incredible oil painting is something to enjoy in person and up close.
Unlike a traditional still-life composition, this artwork offers the viewer an up-close lens focused on the intricate structure of the flower petals. McConochie’s sensitivity and understanding of light is excellent and she uses various hues to present each petal with an ethereal, almost translucent quality.
Another small elegant detail are the two water droplets painted so delicately in the corner of the composition. This is McConochie’s signature touch and is an artful homage to the sanctity of water in times of resource scarcity. McConochie is based within rural Australia where water is respected and appreciated in a way only those living on the land are able to understand.
Framed in an elegant white frame measuring 90x120cm, ‘Clementine’ is the perfect feature addition to an art lovers home. This work oozes contemporary style and will add a sophisticated touch to any interior.
‘Clementine’ by Helena McConochie is currently on display at our North Shore art Gallery, KAB Gallery Sydney. Visit to view in person or click the link below to purchase online. The gallery is open four days a week, please contact at [email protected] or call 1300 78 7773 and one of our friendly staff will be in touch to arrange a viewing appointment.
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