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Her approach avoided the stylised conventions of contemporary botanical illustration, favouring a direct observation of the plant within its natural environment. The composition includes the surrounding reeds and dragonflies, providing context for the lily's habitat. The brushwork is deliberate, focusing on the contrast between the saturated crimson petals and the dark, reflective surface of the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer work is notable for its refusal to simplify the subject matter. North documented plants as she encountered them, often including insects or environmental details that other illustrators might have omitted for the sake of clarity. This painting reflects her systematic method of recording biodiversity. By placing the viewer at the water level, she creates a sense of proximity to the subject. 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