Croton Flower
by Olga Onopko
Croton Flower is an expressive floral abstraction inspired by the vivid colours, organic forms and layered textures of croton leaves. Created especially for an exhibition in Alexandria in 2025, the work transforms botanical forms into an energetic, almost dreamlike composition in which leaves, petals and delicate traces of snow appear to dissolve into one another.Dominated by intense reds, crimson pinks and deep greens, the painting creates a striking contrast between warmth and coolness. The dense layering of colour, spontaneous marks and splattered textures gives the surface a sense of movement, as if the natural forms are constantly unfolding and transforming.Rather than presenting the croton as a literal botanical study, the artist uses abstraction to capture its atmosphere - its colour, vitality and fleeting beauty. The fragmented forms invite the viewer to discover different shapes and associations within the composition, creating an experience that is intuitive rather than purely representational.The work was recognised as the Best Artwork at the 2025 exhibition in Alexandria, adding an important distinction to its exhibition history.Medium: Oil on canvasDimensions: 50 x 70 cmYear: 2025Shipping: The artwork will be shipped rolled.