The Golden Butterfly

Artwork dimensions: 120x80
Mount dimensions: 230x230
Watercolour on paper
The Yellow Ochre Butterfly (Eurema smilax) depicted in this artwork is a species of butterfly found in the northern regions of Australia and is also an important part of Aboriginal folklore in the region. This species of butterfly is also in the Australian Endangered Species list!
The aboriginal folklore which inspire many of Dharshi’s artwork, say that the butterfly is associated with the creation of the sun and the light it brings to the world. The butterfly's bright yellow wings are said to represent the sun's rays and the life-giving properties of fire.
In this artwork and others, Dharshi accomplished something remarkable - she completed two 30-day art challenges in a single year! During this time, she created more than 60 artworks, including 30 pieces featuring endangered species. Among these works is this piece showcasing an endangered species. The original watercolour was painted on 100% cotton paper using the highest quality watercolours available. This piece is sized to fit an IKEA frame of 320x320 or can be custom mounted by Kevin at Make Design in Frankston.