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. The artwork includes a loon, snowy owl, cormorant, goose and swan alongside a woman.

PRINT SIZE: 8" x 9"

PAPER SIZE: This artwork is printed on two different size papers: 9" x 11" or 11" x 11".

MATERIALS: This is printed with Caligo Safewash (non-toxic) ink on Strathmore Paper, or traditional Japanese Awagami Select Hosho paper, both of which are archival quality. Strathmore paper is 100% cotton fiber and acid-free. Strathmore Paper Mills are located in Massachusetts where my studio is, ideal for local and USA customers. The bright white, clean, modern look of Strathmore paper paired with my rustic handcrafted folktale designs and nature-inspired colors creates a “modern rustic” look and style. Hosho is a handmade paper from Japan, a time-honored heritage that has been handcrafted from natural materials for over a thousand years. It has a rustic natural handmade feel with deckled edge and is slightly off-white.

DETAILS & INSPIRATION:

Since ancient times winged goddesses have been the subject of myth and folklore. Whether it is the Norse Valkyries, or the Egyptian celestial goose mother of all Creation Gengen-Wer, or Hindu apsaras, 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. 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. I created this piece because I feel these wild-bird like qualities are worthy of protecting, sanctifying, and remembering. 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?

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 packed in a recycled clear bag and shipped in a recycled cardboard mailer. FeathersandFolktales uses eco-friendly packaging supplies from EcoEnclose.A one-page insert including a description of the folktale is included with the print.

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Questions? Please feel free to email diemdangers@gmail.com or contact me here. you will get a response within 24 hours.

Please note that the copyright of this work is retained by the artist.