Phases of a Flower

Dropping Flower:

I have created the metal flower in this phase to resemble a flower that is wilting. Its petals are frail and with one touch they drop to the ground. I have created this flower to represent the final phase of my Btech year. The wilting flower represents the end of my study period at DUT (for now, until I start my masters). The flowers, however, do not represent death or failure, but rather a new phase of life. After a flower has dropped its petals, It forms seeds that are sewn to grow as new plants with flowers. Therefore the wilting flower forms a bittersweet symbol representing the start of a new chapter in life. After my Btech year, I will be starting my own business which will involve new challenges.

I have also incorporated movement into this piece, where the flower petals drop off once the flower is touched. this will bring about an element of surprise and sensual experience for the viewer.

Wilting Flower, Sterling Silver and Rose Gold plating