This is an original handmade linocut print inspired by a combination of many folktales about women as birds, and aerial women from around the world. we find an enduring and persistent relationship between birds and a sense of fierce and powerful womanhood and femininity across cultures and geographies as well as over time including the Norse Valkyries, or the Egyptian celestial goose mother of all Creation Gengen-Wer, or Hindu apsaras. Flight, whether by broomstick, wing, or shape-shifting is often depicted as a way to escape oppressive social and religious strictures, and is a source of freedom and access to the deep authentic soul. This print is a ceremonial reminder to ask ourselves: in what small ways can we reclaim our power, rebel like these bird heroines, and embody the energy and spirit of wild birds? The design includes a loon, snowy owl, cormorant, goose and swan alongside a woman.

PRINT SIZE: 8" x 9"

PAPER SIZE: 11" x 11".

MATERIALS: It is handprinted with Caligo Safewash (non-toxic) printmaking ink on either: Strathmore paper, a smooth, bright white archival printmaking paper from Massachusetts where my studio is; or Arnhem archival printmaking paper with vellum finish and a slightly warm white color. Arnhem is made at a historic mill in the Netherlands.

GIFT IDEAS: this would make a great gift for a bird lover, or folklore lover. It would also make a wonderful gift of encouragement for a woman who is spreading her wings and stepping into her power for the first time.

PACKAGING: This print will be carefully rolled in Kraft paper, packed in a recycled clear bag and shipped in a recycled cylindrical tube. A one-page insert including a description of the folktale is included with the print. Gift wrap is possible, please mention it in your note to seller.

SHIPPING: This print has free shipping for U.S. Customers, and for international customers there is a $14 shipping fee.

Questions? Please feel free to reach out here, or email me at diemdangers@gmail.com.

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