The Botanical Collection
Marc van Eyken - Photography
Blue Flax in Bloom
100mm f/18 1/100s ISO 500 4:3
Blue Flax in Bloom
In this vibrant portrait, a trio of blue flax flowers greets the viewer with delicate, open faces—each petal a soft brushstroke of sky-hued lavender with fine violet veins guiding the eye inward. Their golden centres radiate warmth and vitality, drawing a gentle contrast against the cool tones of the petals. Nestled among slender green stems and unfolding buds, the blossoms feel both spontaneous and serene—like a fleeting moment of summer caught in time. Native to the Canadian prairies and cherished in gardens for their resilience and grace, blue flax speaks to quiet endurance and natural elegance. This composition invites reflection, offering a pause to appreciate the understated beauty found in wild and cultivated spaces alike.