Green Mum is a photograph by Sarah Loft which was uploaded on May 20th, 2013.
Green Mum
This is a very simple image: a lime green chrysanthemum on a red background in a square format. Light and shadow add interest to the image.... more
by Sarah Loft
Title
Green Mum
Artist
Sarah Loft
Medium
Photograph - Photograph With Added Texture
Description
This is a very simple image: a lime green chrysanthemum on a red background in a square format. Light and shadow add interest to the image.
Chrysanthemums,sometimes called mums or chrysanths, are flowering plants of the genus Chrysanthemum in the family Asteraceae. They are native to Asia and northeastern Europe. Most species originate from East Asia and the center of diversity is in China. There are countless horticultural varieties and cultivars.
The name "chrysanthemum" is derived from the Ancient Greek: chrysos (gold) and Ancient Greek: anthemon (flower).
Chrysanthemums were first cultivated in China as a flowering herb as far back as the 15th century BC. Over 500 cultivars had been recorded by the year 1630. The plant is renowned as one of the Four Gentlemen in Chinese and East Asian art. The plant is particularly significant during the Double Ninth Festival. The flower may have been brought to Japan in the eighth century AD, and the Emperor adopted the flower as his official seal. The "Festival of Happiness" in Japan celebrates the flower.
Chrysanthemums entered American horticulture in 1798 when Colonel John Stevens imported a cultivated variety known as 'Dark Purple' from England. The introduction was part of an effort to grow attractions within Elysian Fields in Hoboken, New Jersey.
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Uploaded
May 20th, 2013
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Comments (26)
Angeles M Pomata
Amazing use of light and original composition in this extraordinary photo, Sarah!! L/F
Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #10 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist.
Maria Hunt
My apologies... Congratulations on reaching 1000 Views.. Nominating this for a Special Feature in 1000 Views on 1 Image Group.. Fabulous work.
Randy Rosenberger
Sarah, a most gorgeous presentation of this lime green macro magical floral and against the red with the shadowing it is just dazzling! It is a true honor and privilege to FEATURE this creative and wondrous piece of art work on the WFS site, from one of our honored and prestigious members. This awesome piece of beauty is what we are looking for to promote and let others see, including other artists and potential customers, as your works are some of the Best of the Best in my Book! Thanks much for sharing this beauty with us. Liked Forever, Elvis
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