This limited edition print, in a run of 20, is hand editioned, titled and signed by the artist, Jay Shields. The print also includes a Certificate of Authenticity sticker with the title, edition #, artist signature and story of this piece for you to place on the back of your framed art. This print is protected in a crystal sleeve and cardstock backing for shipping and sturability. The print is available in 3 options: 8x10 print with a matt for an 11x14 frame; and 8x10 print ready for an 8x10 matt and a 11x14 frame, and 11x14 print ready for an 11x14 matt and a 16x20 frame.
This artwork is part of a whimsical painting series that flits and flutters into the dramatic lives of butterfly and monarch families, proving that even insects have their own soap operas. Witness the chaos of a monarch toddler throwing a tantrum mid-migration ("But I WANT to eat the WHOLE milkweed leaf!"), or the awkwardness of a butterfly teen trying to impress their crush with a clumsy aerial display. Each painting is a snapshot of relatable family moments, reminding us that even with wings, life can still be a bit of a circus.
The Flutterbys
The Story
The Flutterby household was a whirlwind of activity, with Papa Flutterby's dramatic flair, Mama Flutterby's gentle guidance, and their four children's unique personalities. Flutterina, the fashionista, Buzz, the speedster, Flutterine, the artist and Flutterbelle, the dreamer, each added their own brand of chaos to the mix. One afternoon, Buzz's recklessness led to a nectar cake disaster, covering Flutterina's wings and Papa Flutterby's grand entrance in sticky sweetness. But Mama Flutterby, ever the peacemaker, and Flutterbelle, the optimist, reminded the family that even amidst the chaos, laughter and beauty could be found. The Flutterbys, a family of vibrant butterflies, embraced the mess, proving that just like their namesake, they could transform even the stickiest situations into something sweet.
