Collection: Fruity Abundance

 FRUITY ABUNDANCE

Fruits are defined as the fleshy parts of a plant which is the result of fertilization in flowers. When flowers are fertilized, the ovaries of "female" flowers ripen to form fruits which vary in color and taste, so that animals can consume the juicy fruits and disperse the seeds contained inside. Fruits are also popular among humans: they contain considerable amounts of natural sugars and vitamins, including vitamin C. The large variety of fruits are said to stimulate human senses in various ways based on preference.

Fruity Abundance, acrylic on canvas, 2021. Set of 9, each piece 10" X 10" 

Apples

Green and Red, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Apples originate from central Asia and have been grown for thousands of years in Asia and Europe. There are more than 7500 breeds of apple, and they range in color from green to red. Different breeds of apple are grown for various uses including raw consumption and production of apple cider. 

Citrus Fruits

Citrus Connection, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

There are many kinds of fruits in the citrus family, which includes oranges, lemons, grapefruits and limes. Citrus fruits are known for their sour taste and being a good source of vitamin C. The vitamin C content depends on the type of citrus fruit. For example, oranges have a slightly higher vitamin C content than lemons.

Berries

Berry Blast, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Berries are rounded and pulpy fruits. Some berries including strawberries, raspberries and blackberries are aggregate fruits, which are formed from several ovaries from separated flowers merging into one fruit. They are very popular as food and were used in the production of jams, juices, cakes and pies.

Watermelon

Watermelon, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Watermelons are large fruits that grow from a plant with a soft, climbing stem. Like apples and citrus fruits, many different breeds of watermelons are grown worldwide, with some breeds having yellow rather than red flesh. The hard, striped skin of a watermelon is called the rind.

Coconut

Lovely Bunch, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Coconuts are unique among fruits because they are actually the seeds of a coconut tree. The inner flesh of a coconut can be used as food or to produce coconut milk (santan in Malay). Coconuts also have hollow spaces which contain the sweet-tasting clear liquid called coconut water. Sometimes, a coconut can also contain a sphere-shaped structure (sprouting coconut) which can be found in germinating coconuts.

Prunus

Prunes, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Peaches and plums are members of the Prunus family, which are hard-seeded fruits that also includes cherries, apricots and almonds. These fruits are commonly used in processing such as jam and pickle production. Peaches are highly valued in Chinese culture as they are said to be a symbol of longevity.

Pomegranate

Pomegranate, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Pomegranates are a type of berry which contain seeds and pulp arranged in clusters. Pomegranate juice is obtained by compressing the seed clusters of the fruit. The number of seeds in a pomegranate range from 200 to about 1,400. In Chinese culture, the pomegranate is regarded as a symbol of fertility.

Guava

Guava, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

Guavas are tropical fruits that are native to the Americas. Guava skin is generally green in color, but its flesh can come in two colors: pink and white, depending on the breed. Guavas normally taste sweet or sour when ripe. Beside raw consumption, they are also used to make candies.

Tropical Mix

Tropical Fruits Mix, acrylic on canvas, 2021. 10" X 10"

There are many different types of tropical fruits depicted in this painting, namely the pineapple, banana, mango, rose apple and dragon fruit. They are best enjoyed raw or made into juice in most countries. Tropical fruits are grown and cultivated in countries close to the Equator because they are well-suited for warm climates.