Size:36 x 44 in. "Iris-ponsible Florals" by Lee Ellis is a striking 32" x 39" canvas painting that features a vivid orange background, setting a warm and energetic tone for the piece. At the centre, a red chequered vase holds a bouquet of blue irises, with some flowers leaning down to the tabletop while others stand proudly upright. This composition creates a dynamic interplay between the flowers, emphasising their natural elegance and the vitality of their colours. The contrasting hues of the orange background, red vase, and blue irises showcase Ellis’s masterful use of colour to evoke emotion and movement. Bristol-based artist Lee Ellis is renowned for his expressive abstract portraits, blending painting, drawing, and printmaking to craft rich, bold, and emotional artworks. His vibrant colours and figures, reminiscent of Francis Bacon's visceral style, convey the raw emotion and inner turmoil of his subjects. Characterised by saturated colours and heavy brushwork, Ellis’s process-led approach captures the energy and intensity of each piece. "Iris-ponsible Florals" exemplifies his ability to transform a simple floral arrangement into a dynamic and emotionally charged work of art, reflecting his constant experimentation and evolution as a fine artist. After graduating from the University of the West of England in 2006 with a degree in Graphic Design, Ellis’s passion for painting quickly became his true calling, driving him to continually explore and push the boundaries of his creative expression.
