Flower Markets with White Umbrella 

Ethel Carrick created this evocative painting with oil on canvas. The thick application of paint is apparent, especially in the vibrant arrangement of flowers. This impasto technique, a hallmark of Impressionism, allows the artist to capture the texture and volume of the blooms, almost as if you could reach out and touch them. Carrick skillfully built up layers of color, creating a lively surface that almost vibrates with energy. The painting offers us a glimpse into a bustling flower market, likely in Europe, where vendors would sell their wares. The artist seems less concerned with precise detail than with conveying the overall atmosphere of the market: the colors, the light, the sheer abundance of flowers. The quick, expressive brushstrokes suggest a scene observed in motion, capturing a fleeting moment in time. By considering the materiality and the processes used by Ethel Carrick, we gain a deeper appreciation of her vision, and the energy she invested in capturing this slice of everyday life.