This is a set of three handmade linocut prints inspired by the folktale of Selkie, from Irish, Scottish and Icelandic folklore about a seal-woman who loses her pelt to her lover, and how she finds it and reclaims herself again. Through grief, longing, and the shedding of old skins, Selkie’s journey speaks to anyone who has drifted far from their own true nature, or felt estranged from themselves. This timeless story reminds us that somewhere beyond grief, the wild sea opens her arms to welcome us home again.

You can buy the whole set of three as a triptych, or you may just select two. If you wish to just buy one print, individual prints are available in a separate listing.

INDIVIDUAL PRINT SIZE: 5" x 7"

INDIVIDUAL PAPER SIZE: 8" x 10"

MATERIALS: It is printed with Caligo Safewash (non-toxic) Relief Ink on either Strathmore paper, a local Massachusetts printmaking paper or Arnhem 1618® Printmaking Paper imported from the Netherlands. Both are acid-free and archival quality.

COLOR OPTIONS: It is printed with two different color options: deep blue and gray-blue. The green-blue is hand-mixed so please expect slight variations.

GIFT IDEAS: This would make a great gift for a nature and folklore lover, someone who loves the ocean and especially seals. It would also be a wonderful gift for a woman who feels like she is in the process of reclaiming a part of herself that was previously lost, it is an empowering gift, a reminder to truly value who you really are and to always return to that authentic place.

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

SHIPPING: Free shipping for U.S. Customers. International customers, please purchase this print on Etsy. I no longer provide international shipping through this website.

Questions? Please contact me.

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