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… It represents what\u2019s important. It also represents death, which can remind us to really live. The stars for eyes show the spirit world and ancestors (where we go when we die). The 69 (double helix) on the forehead represents the \u201ckatigeraquast\u201d-the good mind, and \u201ckatigerakseh\u201d-the selfish mind. They are twins, born of Sky Woman during the creation of the universe. They fight each other endlessly. The vines and trees are swampy viney southern woodlands and the deer is surfacing from that. It\u2019s a prayer for humanity and a reminder to recognize who we are and our connection to all forms of life.<\/p>\n

Medium: mixed media composite using photos, original pen drawing,
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Print format: archival limited edition pigment print on rag paper, limited edition of 75<\/p>\n

Print dimensions: 12\u00d718 on 16\u00d720 watercolor paper and 18\u00d727 on 24\u00d730 watercolor paper<\/p>\n

Click the link below to purchase limited edition archival pigment prints:<\/p>\n

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