Florals Artwork - Jilma Sweeney Art

Garden Party

A field of flowers in quiet celebration. Each mark feels like a bloom — individual in color and shape, yet part of a larger rhythm. A party … Read more

Chaos Redefined

Chaos Redefined emerged from an evolving process of playful destruction and renewal. Layers of color and texture transformed frustration into visceral energy. The black center anchors the … Read more

Daffodil

My daffodils bloom early each year, tucked into a sheltered corner of one of my gardens. What makes them especially meaningful is that my mother and I … Read more

Mabruki’s Flowers

Six days after my last Rhodesian Ridgeback (Mabruki) passed, I worked on the largest piece I have in months. During the last few months of his life, … Read more

R+N=2

This piece, and it’s companion piece, N+R=2, were inspired by huge flower bouquets at my hair salon. Although I began inspired by blossoms, i wanted to create … Read more

N+R=2

This piece, and it’s companion piece, R+N=2, were inspired by huge flower bouquets at my hair salon. Although I began inspired by blossoms, i wanted to create … Read more

Iris was here

Playing around with older paint from four paint cans. It was gooey and thick, fun to stick my hands in. The edges were applied by hand and … Read more

Garden Collage

Inspired by the colors of fresh flowers from my garden, I used scraps and pieces to create my own interior garden. There’s a nod to Cape Cod … Read more

I’m so not so ugly

During a short, dark emotional time, I tried to create a revolting piece by using colors I thought would clash. Vented my anger by smooshing my brush … Read more

Finally Resolved

I began this piece in in February of 2022 and didn’t complete until November of 2023. It was older paint and very dark. I simply could not … Read more

Wimbo’s Flowers

Shortly after the passing of my 14 year old Rhodesian Ridgeback, Wimbo, I received one of most stunning flower arrangements from dear friends. The rolling of the … Read more

Daffodil Crocus

This was so fun, only working with two colors representing my flowering daffodils and crocus. The yellow paint was a little thick so I was able to … Read more

My wildflowers

One of my favorite photos of my wildflowers happens to be my phone wallpaper. It’s beautiful, bright, diverse and reminds me of nature’s ability to nurture the … Read more

Peony Petals

After my mother came off hospice, I wanted to create something new for her home. This piece was inspired by peony petals dropping from arrangements. Cut canvas … Read more

Christmas Peonies

A gorgeous arrangement of peonies around the holidays gave me the inspiration for this creation. The colors were applied in ladles and rolled out. I love this … Read more

Happy Birthday to Me

Birthday flowers from one of my favorite people. I focused in on three roses, one solid dark pink and two dusty rose with darker pink. I had … Read more

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