Mother
"Mother," a sizable painting measuring 1350x1325, lends its name and inspiration to a series of works. This piece encapsulates the profound connection between trees and the essence of motherhood. It is an eco-print painting on canvas created using silver birch and alder leaves, branches, and adorned with winter-flowering camellia blossoms and trumpet-shaped euphorbia, all enhanced with soft pastels. The artwork depicts a tree illuminated by shimmering light, exuding an aura of magic and mystery.
Dharshi de Silva envisioned a collection that predominantly portrays trees as symbols of the life-giving and nurturing qualities shared by both Mother Earth and human mothers. At Hoo Gallery, our family-run establishment founded in 2019, we honor the sacrifice and unconditional love of mothers. We offer this series to our patrons, emphasizing the essential role mothers play in sustaining humanity.
Caring for your Eco Print and or Eco Dye Painting
Please note that for the protection of the paintings, each piece is sealed with multiple layers of artist-quality matte fixative. Given the texture of the cotton canvas used and the fixative, rest assured that the soft pastel pigment will last for generations.
As with any fine art, utmost care must be taken when handling, displaying, and storing the artwork. Please avoid displaying or storing the pieces in direct sunlight or very humid conditions. When displayed, place the artwork in indirect sunlight and keep the humidity low in tropical climates whenever possible to ensure the best conservation practices. Additionally, if storing or transporting artworks, ensure they are not kept in very humid environments for extended periods.
Dharshi avoids using fugitive pigments when possible. However, if a fugitive pigment is used, which may fade slightly over time, this is considered part of the overall message and living quality of the artwork. The message, authenticity, and overall visual identity of the piece will not diminish as a result of any fading of fugitive pigments.
Please note that eco prints and dyes are known to fade primarily when exposed to variations in pH, typically occurring when the cloth is washed over time. However, since these works are on stretched canvases, this issue will not occur with eco print paintings.
Shipping
If you would like to have your product shipped, please contact us to obtain a shipping quote. Please note that products with frames may incur additional costs for insurance and postage.
How to care for your Art work
An eco-print painting does not fade as long as you treat it like a watercolour painting. It is essential to keep it away from direct sunlight and maintain low humidity in the room. Using an LED spotlight to illuminate the canvas is best, as extended exposure to fluorescent lighting can fade the colours. Additionally, the paintings are treated with several layers of art-grade matte fixative, which helps protect them. However, like with any fine art, it is advisable not to touch the canvas unless absolutely necessary.