Haleh Mashian
Mixed media on a panel
60 x 60″ (152.4 x 152.4 cm)
“Red Rose” by Haleh Mashian is a vivid and powerful reimagining of a timeless symbol, where raw emotion meets bold, textured artistry. With deep crimson and scarlet tones, layered with shadowy undertones of black and maroon, the rose evolves from a simple botanical subject into an intense emblem of passion, desire, and even mortality.
Mashian’s expert use of mixed media on panel gives the piece a sculptural quality that draws you in. The jagged, dramatic edges of the petals challenge the softness usually associated with roses, introducing a sense of intrigue. After all, every rose has its thorns.
“Red Rose” pushes the boundaries of traditional floral beauty—one that embraces both the vitality and impermanence of nature. Though the intense texture may overshadow some of the rose’s natural elegance, it is precisely this boldness that gives the piece its undeniable presence, inviting not just admiration but deep contemplation.