Cosmos Tufted Rug Painting

A summer cosmos takes sculptural form in this hand-tufted floral artwork, with lavender and white petals, deep burgundy accents and a golden yellow center. The richly textured bloom stands out against a hand-painted green watercolor background, bringing the color and energy of a summer garden indoors.

The acrylic yarn is tufted by hand, then carefully trimmed and shaped to give the petals dimension. Yarn-wrapped wire fronds extend from the stem, creating another layer of depth. Mounted on watercolor canvas with a protective cold wax finish to seal the watercolor, this 16″ × 20″ piece pairs textile art with painting for a distinctive display above a console, on a gallery wall or in a favorite reading nook.

About the Artist

Brandy Wheeler combines hand-tufted yarn with a hand-painted watercolor canvas in this garden-inspired piece, using shaped fibers and projecting details to bring the flower beyond the painted surface.

Details

• Overall dimensions: 16″ × 20″
• Material: Tufted acrylic yarn
• Original rug design tufted by hand
• Yarn carefully trimmed and shaped for dimension
• Yarn-wrapped wire fronds extend from the stem
• Mounted on a hand-painted watercolor canvas
• Cold wax finish seals and protects the watercolor
• Lavender, white and burgundy flower with a yellow center against a green background
• Artist: Brandy Wheeler
• Inspired by cosmos blooming in a summer garden