Framed Dogwood Artwork
Dogwood trees are famous for their delicate, white flowers and pleasant aroma. Artists often take advantage of this by painting their framed dogwood portraits while the trees are in bloom. The dogwood is a perfect example of the beauty of nature during springtime. Dogwoods are also a symbol of America’s natural beauty, as they are native to almost every part of the country.
Almost all artists highlight the beautiful flowers of the species when creating framed dogwood artwork. The flower is an iconic image of American beauty, and the fruits are well-loved by birds – something acknowledged by Elaine Vollherbst-Lane in her “Blue Birds and Dogwood.” Many artists, such as Steven N. Meyers, Cheri Blum, and Danhui Nai, illustrate the flowers by themselves. Others, however, utilize the entire tree in their art, as seen in Christopher Burkett’s “Pink and White Dogwoods, Kentucky.”
The framed dogwood prints of Egidio Antonaccio incorporate the dogwood tree in a natural setting. “Dogwood Road” illustrates a scene that displays a country road, lined with flowering dogwoods. This image would be easily recognizable for many, as they most likely pass similar sights in their daily lives, without having the luxury to stop and appreciate the beauty of their natural surroundings.
One artist chooses not to illustrate the dogwood while in bloom. Albert Bierstadt’s framed dogwood depiction “Dogwood” shows the tree the way it exists in nature almost all year round. The dogwood, while not flowering, is an unassuming tree that might be difficult to pick out from the foliage around it. Bierstadt’s artwork shows that dogwoods are a gorgeous tree, regardless of the time of year.