Southern Stillness

Southern Stillness

Mixed Media Magnolia Fine Art Print

Grace carried gently on currents of light.

Southern Stillness captures the timeless elegance of the magnolia as it appears suspended in a quiet moment of movement. The creamy white bloom rests at the center of flowing ribbons of soft blue, champagne gold, and pale ivory, as though lifted by a gentle southern breeze.

Warm particles of light drift through the air while soft bokeh highlights create the feeling of sunlight filtering through open skies and garden branches. The composition feels peaceful yet alive—where motion and stillness exist in perfect harmony.

Part of the Carried by Light Botanical Series, this artwork transforms original photography into mixed-media expression. The flowing ribbons symbolize the unseen currents of wind and light that carry petals and moments through time.

The magnolia becomes a symbol of grace, resilience, and quiet beauty—capturing the calm atmosphere of a southern morning.

Recommended Format

The vertical rectangular format enhances the sense of scale and negative space within the composition, allowing the floating architectural layers to unfold naturally.

Available Sizes

• 12 x 18 in
• 16 x 24 in 
• 20 x 30 in 
• 24 x 36 in 
• 30 x 45 in

Custom sizes may be available upon request.

Placement Suggestions

Southern Stillness brings a sense of calm elegance and refined beauty to interior spaces.

Ideal placements include:

• Bedrooms and restful spaces
• Living rooms and reading areas
• Entryways with natural light
• Offices or meditation spaces
• Gallery walls paired with other botanical artwork

Its luminous palette and upward motion create a feeling of openness and tranquility within the room.

Pairs Beautifully With

This piece pairs beautifully with other artworks from the Carried by Light Series, creating a balanced botanical gallery:

• Carried by Light – Sunflower – radiant joy and warmth
• Ember in Motion – vibrant summer energy
• Golden Roses – friendship and warmth
• Crimson Roses – romance and passion

Together the collection creates a harmonious display of flowers carried by light, motion, and atmosphere.

Design Notes

• Original Antoinette Washington photography forms the central bloom
• Enhanced with flowing ribbon elements representing wind and movement
• Champagne gold accents and drifting particles create subtle luminosity
• Soft bokeh background evokes warm sunlight and atmospheric depth
• Designed to blend photographic realism with painterly motion

The magnolia’s creamy petals and gentle palette give the piece an atmosphere of calm sophistication and quiet luxury.

Available Print Mediums

Fine Art Luster Paper
Enhances subtle color gradients while maintaining delicate detail in the petals and ribbon elements.

Cold Press Bright Fine Art Paper
A textured fine art surface that emphasizes the painterly atmosphere and mixed-media depth.

Gallery Canvas
Creates a refined gallery presence while maintaining soft color transitions.

Orientation

Vertical

The flowing ribbons and drifting petals create natural upward motion, emphasizing the sense of calm lift and lightness within the artwork.

Gallery Wrap Note

Canvas prints are delivered unstretched.

If gallery wrapping the canvas, allow 1.5–2 inches on all sides so the full composition remains visible on the front face after wrapping.

Production Notes

Printed using professional archival inks for long-lasting vibrancy.
Carefully packaged to protect edges and corners during transit.

Designed and produced by Framed Greetings Studio.

All prints are produced in-house by Framed Greetings with gallery-quality standards.

Southern Stillness