Shari Pedowitz
2011
color photograph
limited edition of only 18 prints
metal print size 11 x 14 inches
 
Shari Pedowitz's Showstopper is a sultry, intimate portrait of the orchid, a celebration of its sensual allure captured through her distinctive lens. It's a bold, softly suggestive exploration of beauty and desire. The fuchsia pink blooms command attention, their ruffled petals overflowing with a confident, defiant presence. The close-up draws you into its intricate folds and velvety textures, the subtle variations in color provocatively hinting at hidden depths. 
 
There's a palpable sense of heat in the way Shari captures these orchids. Light dances across the petals, caressing their curves and highlighting their delicate veins, igniting a spark of desire. Your senses are awakened with a feeling of warmth, longing, and forbidden pleasure. The dark, blurred background intensifies the blooms' presence, allowing their vibrant color to pulsate with energy.
 
Showstopper transcends traditional floral photography, venturing into the realm of the sensual and the provocative. Presented with a confident and daring touch, these blooms are powerful and self-assured, radiating a captivating blend of strength and raw sensuality. Shari's gaze captures their essence, revealing a showstopper that is both alluring and undeniably seductive. It's an image that lingers — a passionate memento of nature's captivating power to ignite your senses and awaken your deepest desires.