Fae Ofa (Mother's Love) - Framed Original
"Fae Ofa," meaning "mother's love" in Tongan, is a celebration of the profound bond between a humpback whale mother and her calf. This colour pencil drawing captures a tender moment as the calf swims close to its mother, their pectoral fins gently touching, symbolising the intimate connection and protective nature of maternal love in the vast expanse of the ocean.
In this piece, the focus is solely on the whales, with no background elements to distract from their grace and beauty. The subtle shading and delicate strokes of the color pencils highlight the smooth contours and powerful forms of the whales, bringing to life their gentle interaction and the serene unity of their relationship. The calf's curious and trusting demeanor, alongside the mother's calm and watchful presence, creates a visual narrative of safety, guidance, and unwavering love.
Through this artwork, I seek to inspire a deeper appreciation for the majesty of humpback whales and the importance of preserving their habitats. "Fae Ofa" is a reminder of the delicate balance within the ocean and the role we play in safeguarding these magnificent creatures and their way of life. Each pencil stroke is a tribute to the resilience and beauty of marine life, encouraging a connection to the profound and gentle expressions of love found in the animal kingdom.
The original image of this mother humpback whale and calf was taken by underwater photographer Vanessa Mignon, who runs whale tours in Tonga.
This drawing was created with artist grade colour pencils on an off white cotton rag paper. It has been framed with a grey timber frame and double matted with a outer off white mat and a thin dark grey inner mat board. The frame dimensions are mm 880mm (W) x 630mm (H) x 20mm (D).
*Due to the cotton rag being warped in the bottom right hand corner, the price on this piece has been greatly reduced. Please feel free to contact me if you would like further information on this.
**Please Note freight costs are determined on the size, weight and destination of the artwork. A separate invoice will be sent once these have been calculated. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to have an estimate before purchasing.
"Fae Ofa," meaning "mother's love" in Tongan, is a celebration of the profound bond between a humpback whale mother and her calf. This colour pencil drawing captures a tender moment as the calf swims close to its mother, their pectoral fins gently touching, symbolising the intimate connection and protective nature of maternal love in the vast expanse of the ocean.
In this piece, the focus is solely on the whales, with no background elements to distract from their grace and beauty. The subtle shading and delicate strokes of the color pencils highlight the smooth contours and powerful forms of the whales, bringing to life their gentle interaction and the serene unity of their relationship. The calf's curious and trusting demeanor, alongside the mother's calm and watchful presence, creates a visual narrative of safety, guidance, and unwavering love.
Through this artwork, I seek to inspire a deeper appreciation for the majesty of humpback whales and the importance of preserving their habitats. "Fae Ofa" is a reminder of the delicate balance within the ocean and the role we play in safeguarding these magnificent creatures and their way of life. Each pencil stroke is a tribute to the resilience and beauty of marine life, encouraging a connection to the profound and gentle expressions of love found in the animal kingdom.
The original image of this mother humpback whale and calf was taken by underwater photographer Vanessa Mignon, who runs whale tours in Tonga.
This drawing was created with artist grade colour pencils on an off white cotton rag paper. It has been framed with a grey timber frame and double matted with a outer off white mat and a thin dark grey inner mat board. The frame dimensions are mm 880mm (W) x 630mm (H) x 20mm (D).
*Due to the cotton rag being warped in the bottom right hand corner, the price on this piece has been greatly reduced. Please feel free to contact me if you would like further information on this.
**Please Note freight costs are determined on the size, weight and destination of the artwork. A separate invoice will be sent once these have been calculated. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to have an estimate before purchasing.
"Fae Ofa," meaning "mother's love" in Tongan, is a celebration of the profound bond between a humpback whale mother and her calf. This colour pencil drawing captures a tender moment as the calf swims close to its mother, their pectoral fins gently touching, symbolising the intimate connection and protective nature of maternal love in the vast expanse of the ocean.
In this piece, the focus is solely on the whales, with no background elements to distract from their grace and beauty. The subtle shading and delicate strokes of the color pencils highlight the smooth contours and powerful forms of the whales, bringing to life their gentle interaction and the serene unity of their relationship. The calf's curious and trusting demeanor, alongside the mother's calm and watchful presence, creates a visual narrative of safety, guidance, and unwavering love.
Through this artwork, I seek to inspire a deeper appreciation for the majesty of humpback whales and the importance of preserving their habitats. "Fae Ofa" is a reminder of the delicate balance within the ocean and the role we play in safeguarding these magnificent creatures and their way of life. Each pencil stroke is a tribute to the resilience and beauty of marine life, encouraging a connection to the profound and gentle expressions of love found in the animal kingdom.
The original image of this mother humpback whale and calf was taken by underwater photographer Vanessa Mignon, who runs whale tours in Tonga.
This drawing was created with artist grade colour pencils on an off white cotton rag paper. It has been framed with a grey timber frame and double matted with a outer off white mat and a thin dark grey inner mat board. The frame dimensions are mm 880mm (W) x 630mm (H) x 20mm (D).
*Due to the cotton rag being warped in the bottom right hand corner, the price on this piece has been greatly reduced. Please feel free to contact me if you would like further information on this.
**Please Note freight costs are determined on the size, weight and destination of the artwork. A separate invoice will be sent once these have been calculated. Please feel free to contact me if you would like to have an estimate before purchasing.