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 Pollinators
The Story
The Pollinators were a family of six, each member buzzing with a passion for their vital role in the ecosystem. Papa Pollinator, a distinguished moth with a pollen-dusted mustache, often proclaimed, "We are the unsung heroes of the flower world!" Mama Pollinator, a graceful butterfly with a knack for sniffing out the sweetest nectar, would reply with a wink, "And the best-dressed, too!" Their four children, each with their favorite flower, added to the colorful chaos. Daisy, the eldest, flitted from sunflower to sunflower, her wings a blur of yellow and black. Lily, the dreamer, preferred the fragrant lilies, her delicate wings brushing against the petals with reverence. Poppy, the energetic one, couldn't resist the vibrant poppies, his laughter echoing through the fields. And then there was Buddy, the youngest, whose love for all flowers was indiscriminate, his chubby body happily bouncing from blossom to blossom. One warm afternoon, the Pollinators embarked on their daily rounds, their wings a symphony of color against the blue sky. Daisy, ever the efficient one, meticulously dusted each sunflower, while Lily gracefully waltzed among the lilies, her wings leaving a trail of shimmering pollen. Poppy, with his infectious energy, buzzed from poppy to poppy, his laughter echoing through the fields. And Buddy, the happy-go-lucky one, simply reveled in the abundance of blooms, his tiny body a testament to the joy of pollination. Papa Pollinator, surveying the scene with pride, declared, "A job well done, my little pollinators!" Mama Pollinator, her wings dusted with golden pollen, added, "And a beautiful sight to behold." The Pollinators, a family dedicated to their mission, embraced their role with enthusiasm, proving that even the smallest creatures can make the biggest difference.
