Encyclia Radiata orchid - botanical illustration

This original botanical illustration depicts Encyclia radiata, presenting the orchid at different stages of its development. Open flowers with pale yellowish green petals and a delicately patterned lip are shown alongside buds and emerging forms, revealing the plant’s structure and rhythm of growth.

Fully painted elements are combined with graphite studies and soft blue washes. Colour swatches and notes offer insight into my creative process and careful observation of the plant.