ABOUT US & SERVICES:
Susan Frei Nathan Fine Works on Paper was established to affirm and promote the place of botanical painting and drawing within contemporary fine art. The artists listed represent the finest in this vibrant field. Their range of techniques and interpretive modes reflect the integration of classical and modern influences characteristic of the living tradition of contemporary botanical art. These artists are at the vanguard of a continuous history rooted in scientific description, decorative aesthetics and artistic experimentation.
Many of the artists represented are trained in the European tradition of botanical painting, depicting plants in a scientifically accurate and aesthetically pleasing manner. Some are certified through The New York Botanical Garden's Botanical Art Program. These artists are highly skilled technicians, painting from real specimens, capturing nature's delicate, organic creations and beauty within its short lifecycle. On a different level, artist Elizabeth Enders botanical drawings capture the tradition of abstraction to the rendering of natural forms.
In addition to the botanicals shown here, all of the artists welcome botanical commissions. This process begins with looking at various artistic styles to determine one's painting preferences, then deciding on the plant life, ranging from the indigenous and tropical to cultivated garden specimens. The artist will usually provide a sketch of the subject, describing their proposed composition and coloration for approval. Time frame for completion of the painting is determined by the season, the specimen's availability and the complexity of the plant.
As one of the only dealers dedicated exclusively to this field, Susan Frei Nathan brings to the world of art an exhaustive knowledge of historical works in botanical painting and natural history works on paper. Ms. Nathan advises on contemporary works and builds collections that trace a broader history of botanical art. The Company offers consultation on collecting in this field, installation, framing, professional appraisals and advice on conservation and restoration.
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