Three Flowers in a Vase 

Dietz Edzard’s ‘Three Flowers in a Vase’ is an intimate painting, likely made with oil paints on a small canvas or panel. Edzard used visible brushstrokes, building up texture and layers of color to capture the ephemeral beauty of the flowers. Looking closely, you can see how the materiality of the paint itself contributes to the artwork’s appearance. The thick impasto creates a tactile quality, almost like the viewer could reach out and touch the petals. Edzard engaged with traditions of fine art painting, and these would have been produced for a commercial gallery setting. The rapid strokes suggest a degree of spontaneity, which is itself quite deceptive, as painting like this relies on years of experience to capture the character of each bloom. It’s a good reminder that even seemingly effortless works are underpinned by significant artistic labour. By emphasizing the importance of materials and making, we appreciate the artist's skill and intent, challenging any perceived divide between art and craft.