"Alotl Adventure"
Prints: Limited edition of 50
About The Artwork:
"Alotl Adventure" is a black and white illustration that captures a whimsical scene of an axolotl skydiving with a mushroom for a parachute. The axolotl, a creature often associated with resilience and regeneration, symbolizes adaptability and the ability to navigate life's challenges gracefully. Known for their unique ability to regenerate limbs and heal themselves, axolotls embody the spirit of overcoming adversity.
The mushroom parachute adds a layer of enchantment and protection to the scene. Mushrooms, often linked to transformation and growth due to their unique life cycle, represent the idea of finding shelter and sustenance in unexpected places. The mushroom in this artwork serves as a guardian, shielding the axolotl from the dangers above.
Arrows, traditionally symbols of conflict or challenges, rain down from above, creating a sense of urgency and peril. In this context, the arrows might represent the obstacles and pressures that life often presents. Despite this, the axolotl's serene expression suggests confidence and calm in the face of danger.
This illustration invites viewers to reflect on their own journeys and the unexpected forms of protection and support they encounter. It encourages a perspective of viewing obstacles not as insurmountable threats but as opportunities to demonstrate resilience and resourcefulness.
"I know not all that may be coming, but be it what it will, I'll go to it laughing." ― Herman Melville
Illustration Size:
5 x 7 inches (portrait)
7 x 5 inches (landscape)
Mat Board Size:
- Original Artwork: Mat board will fit an 11 x 14 inch frame.
- Limited Edition Print: Mat board will fit an 8 x 10 inch frame.
- Both limited edition prints & original artwork are protected by a double layered, high quality, acid-free Crescent® brand mat board (4-ply, approximately .050 inch thick, with a beveled cut window opening). The mat board has a white top layer with a visible black layer underneath. For added protection artwork gets shipped with a standard white backing board, enclosed in a clear protective bag. Frame shown in product images not included.
Medium:
- Original Artwork: Pigment archival ink on cold press acid free 300gsm paper.
- Limited Edition Print: Superior quality digital print on 100% fine art cotton, acid free paper.
Authenticity:
- Original Artwork: Signed, dated & certificate of authenticity included.
- Limited Edition Print: Signed, dated, edition number & certificate of authenticity included.
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