A loose and expressive cluster of tulips, painted with the freedom and movement that make watercolour so captivating. 2026
Using a large brush, Joan Hay allows washes of pink, coral, orange and deep crimson to flow into one another, forming petals that feel recognisable without becoming overly defined. Fresh greens and soft blue-grey shadows move around the flowers, giving the composition a gentle sense of depth and energy.
The untouched areas of paper become part of the work, creating flashes of light between the blooms and allowing the colours to breathe. There is a feeling of spontaneity throughout—as though the tulips have been captured in a moment of opening rather than carefully arranged.
Fresh, uplifting and full of colour, Tulips in Spring would bring warmth to an entranceway, bedroom, living area or quiet corner of the home.
Original watercolour on paper 450 mm H × 300 mm W
UNFRAMED room images show framing possibilities only
A loose and expressive cluster of tulips, painted with the freedom and movement that make watercolour so captivating. 2026
Using a large brush, Joan Hay allows washes of pink, coral, orange and deep crimson to flow into one another, forming petals that feel recognisable without becoming overly defined. Fresh greens and soft blue-grey shadows move around the flowers, giving the composition a gentle sense of depth and energy.
The untouched areas of paper become part of the work, creating flashes of light between the blooms and allowing the colours to breathe. There is a feeling of spontaneity throughout—as though the tulips have been captured in a moment of opening rather than carefully arranged.
Fresh, uplifting and full of colour, Tulips in Spring would bring warmth to an entranceway, bedroom, living area or quiet corner of the home.
Original watercolour on paper 450 mm H × 300 mm W
UNFRAMED room images show framing possibilities only
