Venus in Noir, 12x24" oil on panel banana opening their flowers adorning the

opening their flowers adorning the world with their delicate beauty for just a few weeks before making way for woodland trees to open their buds

Inky 'black star' lily blossoms and deep green foliage are set on a dusky golden backdrop in this limited edition print of "Venus in Noir" by Gillian Lahav

Praise for Water Nymphs from exhibit juror Ewa Chwojko-Srawley:“This artwork captures the attention because of an unusual technique that combines oil and metal leaf on panel

This sweet orange feline brings happiness to all she meets

A glossy black cat dances to greet a bright new Magnolia grandiflora bud as it blooms into Spring’s embrace

Venus in Noir, 12x24" oil on panel banana opening their flowers adorning theInky 'black star' calla lily blossoms and deep green foliage are set on a dusky golden backdrop in this alluring scene. In Roman mythology, calla lilies, or arums, were considered so beautiful that they were the envy of Venus, Goddess of Love. This original oil painting on custom wood panel measures 12 x 24" with a 2. 25" gilded edge.