This still life arrangement has been setup specifically using very reflective surfaces and a perspective that shows these off well, as well as contrasting colours to help show reflectivity. The two vases sit in the intersections of the rule of thirds as they are the focal points for this piece and creates balance between the two halves of the paper. Pink paper was used to compliment the red card which the vases sit on, as I didn't want too many variations of colour (a white background would have stood out too much).
Long broad strokes were used to colour the vases which helps to create a hard and smooth looking surface as well as show off the reflections. Since the vases were so reflective (almost mirror like) I made sure that the surrounding areas were clearly depicted on them which I feel works really well; particularly the red card on the vase that is lying down. On this vase you can clearly see the highlights and colour variations of the card underneath, such as where the shadow cast by the vase starts and ends. You can also just see a red tint on the vertical vase on the bottom right where there is a reflection of the red card.
The drawing is balanced on both halves thanks to the dark reflections on the aluminium surface which everything is sitting on. This aluminium sheet is slightly bent/curved on the left so the reflection there is slightly wavy, and with soft edges.
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