American White Water Lilies No. 7

The Story:      I captured this American White Water Lily floating among peaceful lily pads at Lincoln Park Civic Commons in Kettering, Ohio.  The white bloom opens above the water with layered petals surrounding a bright yellow center, while the surrounding lily pads create a calm green setting around the flower.

In the frame, the flower feels quiet and self-contained.  The white petals form a cup-like shape around the yellow stamens, giving the bloom a soft but structured presence.  With the lily pads resting gently on the water’s surface, the scene becomes a simple summer study of shape, reflection, and stillness.

 

Rest of the Story:   I came across this scene while exploring Kettering’s Lincoln Park Civic Commons on a summer day.  The park has a civic feel, but the pond creates quieter places where the pace slows down.  Finding a water lily there felt like one of those small rewards that can appear when I take time to look beyond the larger scene.

The scientific name for American White Water Lily is Nymphaea odorata.  The species is also known as fragrant water lily, and its flowers are known to open with rows of white petals around yellow stamens.  What interested me most was not a dramatic moment, but the calm arrangement of flower and lily pads … a small summer scene that felt peaceful, orderly, and easy to rest with.

I have more scenes in my Lincoln Civic Commons Art Prints.  I also have more water lilies in my Water Lilies & Lotus Art Prints.

 

Sublocation:   Lincoln Park Commons

City, State:      Kettering, Ohio

Year:                2020

Price range: $75.00 through $440.00

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A patch of American White Water Lilies basking in the mid-day sun

I captured this group of American White Water Lilies at Lincoln Park Civic Commons in Kettering, Ohio, on a summer day. In this composition, three white blooms rise among the surrounding lily pads, their yellow centers bringing a soft warmth to the scene. The trio creates a balanced and engaging arrangement, giving the image a stronger sense of rhythm than a single flower alone.
The white petals open in layered form around the yellow stamens, while the broad green lily pads spread quietly across the water’s surface. With three blooms held together in the frame, the scene feels especially peaceful and complete … a simple summer view shaped by repetition, balance, and calm water garden beauty.
The Rest of the Story
I came across this scene while exploring Lincoln Park Civic Commons on a summer day. The pond area offered a quiet pause within the larger civic setting, and seeing three water lilies together immediately made the composition feel a little more special. There is something naturally satisfying about three subjects in a frame … enough to create visual interest, but still simple and uncluttered.
The scientific name for American White Water Lily is Nymphaea odorata, a plant also known for its fragrant blooms. What stayed with me was how restful the scene felt. The lily pads, the still water, and the repeated white flowers created one of those small summer moments that does not need drama to be memorable. It was simply a peaceful encounter, discovered while taking time to wander and notice.

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Size

12" x 18", 20" x 30", 30" x 45"
Media

Framed Giclee Canvas, Metal, Photo Paper

Framed Giclee Canvas Prints

My canvas prints originate from the highest quality equipment and techniques which produce an impressively vibrant and sturdy print.  Features of My Framed Giclee Canvas Prints include:
 

  • Light Weight:  Lacking the need of glass and matting, these canvas prints are light weight
  • More Print for Your Money:  Avoiding expensive glass and matting lowers costs
  • Archival:  The pigment inks are archival rated at 95 years
  • No Gallery-wrapped Hazards:  My framed giclee canvas prints avoid the hazards of traditional gallery wrapped canvas prints (print edges easily mar and the canvas tends to relax and warp).  My canvas is mounted to a solid surface so it will never warp and the outer frame protects the print’s edges.
  • Ready to Hang.  Your canvas print comes ready to hang with single wire fastened to two sturdy D-ring hangers (quality D-rings resist wire tension vice eye hooks).  We employ a plastic-coated wire which mitigates corrosion, prevents stray strands from puncturing a finger, and permits easier leveling of frame.  In paying attention to details, we also properly wire frame with some tension which ensures canvas hangs close to wall.
  • Optional Z-bar:  For larger prints (if requested), we employ a two-piece mounting cleat in lieu of a hanging wire.  In this option, the cleat attached to the back of the print fits securely over the reverse cleat that you attached to the wall.
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark.
  • Documentation:  I attached a certificate of authenticity to the back of each print.
  • Large Canvas Prints:  Though I can produce prints up to 40 x 60 inches, shipping in sizes 30 x 45 inches and above is expensive.  If you live in the Miami Valley, reach out to me about obtaining access to these larger print sizes.
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated boxes and shipping takes an additional 3 to 5 days.
A front and back image of my framed giclee canvas print presentation

Metal Prints

People are amazed by these metal prints…from the reactions I witness at art shows and exhibitions, I call them “eye candy”.  Dye sublimation prints offer the following characteristics:
 

  • Incredibly vibrant:  My prints start with a white gloss substrate which produces vivid colors and enthusiastic comments 
  • Extremely durable:  Our printer employs verified archival materials, so if handled properly the print will last over 100 years.  
  • Cleans easily:  If cleaning is required, owners can employ soft cloth.
  • Saves money:  Unlike paper prints which require protective glass, there is no need to cover the metal surface.  With no glass, there’s no longer a need for the expensive framing, matting and labor which drives up the cost for traditional paper prints.
  • Ready to hang:  We attach mounts to the back of the metal prints which provide gallery-preferred hang points, and elevates the print off the wall producing a floating effect.  
  • Optional Z-bar:  For larger prints (if requested), we employ a two-piece mounting cleat in lieu of a hanging wire.  In this option, the cleat attached to the back of the print fits securely over the reverse cleat that you attached to the wall. 
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark. 
  • Documentation:  I attached a certificate of authenticity to the back of each print.
  • Large Metal Prints:  Though I can produce prints up to 30 x 45 inches shipping is expensive.  If you live in the Miami Valley, reach out to me about obtaining access to these larger print sizes.  
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated boxes and shipping takes an additional 3 to 5 days. 
A front and back image of my metal print presentation

Photopaper Prints

People are amazed by these metal prints…from the reactions I witness at art shows and exhibitions, I call them “eye candy”.  Dye sublimation prints offer the following characteristics:
 

  • Archival:  Our printer employs verified archival materials, where the pigments are rated at 95 years provided the print is protected from UV Rays. 
  • Flexibility:  Ordering a print on photopaper allows clients to make their own framing and matting decisions for the ultimate customization experience. 
  • Watermark:  The final print you receive will not have a watermark. 
  • Documentation:  I include a certificate of authenticity with each print.  Once you frame the print, your framer can attach it to the rear of the print.
  • Final Product:  I have dedicated shipping tubes to hold the print until your framer is ready to mount and frame the print.
  • Shipping Times:  Creating the print takes about 2 weeks and can be ready for immediate local pick up.  For those outside the Miami Valley, I have dedicated shipping tubes which take an additional 3 to 5 days for shipping. 
A cardboard tube with white paper on top of it.

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