Watercolor Whispers: Butterfly Breeding in Liquid Tranquility vanitas

Watercolor Whispers: Butterfly Breeding in Liquid Tranquility vanitasThe Butterfly, or Swarm, series explores themes of transformation, fragility, and mortality through the symbolic and physical presence of butterflies suspended within water. Across cultures and histories, the butterfly has carried layered meanings regeneration, freedom, spirituality, and death most notably within Greek thought, where it is closely associated with the soul. These works engage with that symbolic lineage while grounding it in direct

no commercial use or broadcasting either in part or whole at any time

hand-fabricated works that transform recycled materials into functional art

Ecologically printed with turtle beens and flower petals using carnation

human beings have exceeded the natural limits of growth

social injustices & inequalities: To me this can be seen as a form of social commentary and a social contribution through his lifelong practice

ISBN: 978-1-8589-4569-9

small 3  w 60 gms h28 x w28 x d95 mm

explosive reactions within a star

unique one off piece

blending playful design with a powerful message of sustainability and thoughtful living

Designed in collaboration with 3D artist Artem Hryshchenko as part of the Distil Ennui Studio™ artist residency programme

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