Flora Magnifica: The Art of Flowers in Four Seasons

This book is a collaboration between renowned flower artist Makoto and botanical photographer Shunsuke Shiinoki, featuring hundreds of plant species arranged in striking combinations that create a unique floral aesthetic. The photographs capture the surface beauty of the flowers and suggest the burgeoning life brimming within them, reminding the viewer of the opulent still-life paintings of the 17th century.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 15 March 2018
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

This exquisite book goes beyond being a mere reference work or a collection of picturesque flowers. It is the culmination of a longstanding partnership between renowned flower artist Makoto and botanical photographer Shunsuke Shiinoki. Working together, they have meticulously chosen hundreds of plant species and meticulously arranged them in striking combinations that would never occur in nature. Thus, they have created a truly unique floral aesthetic.

The result is a series of dense, lavish images, brimming with vibrant colors and intricate textures. These photographs seamlessly blend nature and artifice, creating a harmonious blend that captivates the viewer. The book is organized into four chapters, each themed according to the cycle of the seasons: the freshness and new life of spring, the exuberance and abundance of summer, the fading grandeur of autumn, and the deepening shadows of winter.

Inspired by the opulent still-life paintings of the 17th century, these photographs not only capture the surface beauty of the flowers but also hint at the vibrant life within them and their fleeting nature. From the sensuousness of opening petals to the unfurling elegance of fern fronds, these gorgeous displays are meticulously preserved in a meditative and inspiring book that will enchant all lovers of nature and art.

Weight: 1650g
Dimension: 304 x 227 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780500545003