Anne Nordhaus-Bike Art

What is more powerful than gentleness? The pure power of standing still, simply being.

Original: Original watercolor painting

Signature: Signed by the artist; includes name seal, mood seal

Size: 14 x 18 inches (framed)

Handmade paper, traditional mounting: authentic handmade paper in pinkish gray hue; hand mounted by the artist

Professionally framed and ready to hang, your choice of frame: Harmonize with your home or office decor, enjoy on your wall as soon as it arrives.

Certified: All original paintings come with a certificate of authenticity

Shipping: Original artwork ships free in continental U.S.!

A Word From Anne

Noise and hurry seem to rule so much of life.

And yet, they're nothing compared to the sheer power of standing still.

The quiet presence of gentleness.

This painting carries that mysterious force you've felt in moments when you became utterly still and seconds seemed like minutes because you were fully present and entered eternity.

Three pink flowers, simply "being," epitomize that sense of eternal power and presence. They dare to stand still and poised in their pinkness, proclaiming the great truth that remains when noise and hurry have burned themselves out.

Simplicity. Beauty.

Make them part of your life. Bring Being into your world, at home or at work.

Created With Rare, All Premium, Professional Grade Artist Materials

• Subtle, mysterious pastel paper appears pale gray or pale pink, depending on the light: enhances gentle subjects and colors
• Authentic shuen paper: this archival paper shows off watercolor pigments in full color and retains its luster and vibrance to stand the test of time; it remains beautiful for centuries without conservation if stored and handled properly
• Handmade paper from skilled Asian artisans still practicing this rare art form: every painting becomes part of a living tradition dating back thousands of years
• Hand mounted by the artist on archival mounting paper using time-honored techniques: smooths the painting while strengthening and preserving it over time 
• Highest quality watercolor paints: vibrant, super-saturated color
• The most finely ground watercolors in the world: colors have high intensity and purity
• Artist grade watercolors allow paint application all the way from delicate, nearly invisible transparency through deep, nearly opaque intensity

Classic Custom Framing

• Custom framed: highest professional quality and attention to detail
• Solid wood frames: quality and durability for lasting beauty
• "You choose" frame service: we offer several solid wood frame options with different finishes, from metallics to classic black or white to a range of natural woods from light to dark. Simply select your frame color/finish when ordering (scroll the product photos here to see a detailed annotated frame photo as well as frame videos that show your choices close up, in more detail).
• Simple frame and your choice of finish gives "best of both worlds": maintains focus on painting's color and brushwork while allowing you to harmonize the artwork with your decor
• Archival, acid free white mat: preserves and highlights colorful painting
• Clear glass: covers and protects painting 
  
• Professional grade framing hardware: screws securely anchor hardware into frame; framing wire is smooth to protect your hands and your walls
• Fully covered back: protects frame and painting, gives smooth, neat appearance