Taraxacum officinale

About this work

This is a close-up of a single dandelion flower. The petals are wilted, curling inward in a dark, almost black shade. The center looks fuzzy and rounded, sitting on a thin, bare stem. The artist made this look like a drawing, even though it’s a photo. The shadows and light create a strong contrast, making the petals look heavy and real. Check out the technique: chiaroscuro to see how light and dark work together like this.