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Floral Arrangements
Floral arrangements have been a favorite subject of artists for hundreds of years. The sunflowers in Van Gogh's painting of the same name are urgent in their joy. Renoir's "Still Life with Flowers" suggests an elegant, quiet room where something special is about to happen. Much of this is due, of course, to the mastery of the artists. But artists can't create drama and joy out of thin air. They need subjects which inspire them, items of which the living romance can be captured by acrylics and oils. For hundreds of years, artists have relied on the strategic placement of floral arrangements in their works of art to convey romance, joy, beauty, and serenity. Many of us think of floral arrangements as something you send or receive only for special occasions. But these famous paintings help remind us that every day has the potential to be a special occasion. Coming home to a happy arrangement of bright yellow tulips on the dining room table can help work-a-day cares stay on the doorstep. Turning the light on a gentle pink bouquet on the little table near the bathtub can mean more on a quiet Tuesday night than on a routine Saturday date night. At Theflorist.com, we take immense pride in the quality of our flowers. As part of the FTD family, the majority of our floral arrangements are guaranteed to be fresh and beautiful for at least seven days. Treating yourself to a flower arrangement, even just once a month or so, can help lift the spirits in a way that precious few other indulgences can, and at a fraction of the cost. Take a cue from the French Impressionists, and create your own still-life with flowers.
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