Fae Ofa - Limited Edition Prints
"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.
This print has been created from an original colour pencil drawing on warm white cotton rag (2022).
Prints are available in two different colours, white or pale blue.
A2 cotton rag paper Limited Edition prints, run of 50
A1 cotton rag Limited Edition prints, run of 25
Limited edition prints are personally signed and come with a authenticity certificate.
Prints are produced locally using the highest quality cotton rag with archival pigment inks with a fade resistant life of up to and exceeding 100 years.
The surface of the printed cotton rag paper is delicate and needs to be handled with care. It is recommended the prints are delivered to a professional framer. To avoid reflections from the glass, it is highly recommended AR70 non-reflective glass is used.
Prints are printed on demand, please allow 10-15 days for prints to arrive within Australia. A4 and A3 prints will be posted flat in a rigid mailer, A2, A1 and A0 prints will be rolled into a mail tube.
Free postage within Australia, international postage will be calculated at the checkout.
"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.
This print has been created from an original colour pencil drawing on warm white cotton rag (2022).
Prints are available in two different colours, white or pale blue.
A2 cotton rag paper Limited Edition prints, run of 50
A1 cotton rag Limited Edition prints, run of 25
Limited edition prints are personally signed and come with a authenticity certificate.
Prints are produced locally using the highest quality cotton rag with archival pigment inks with a fade resistant life of up to and exceeding 100 years.
The surface of the printed cotton rag paper is delicate and needs to be handled with care. It is recommended the prints are delivered to a professional framer. To avoid reflections from the glass, it is highly recommended AR70 non-reflective glass is used.
Prints are printed on demand, please allow 10-15 days for prints to arrive within Australia. A4 and A3 prints will be posted flat in a rigid mailer, A2, A1 and A0 prints will be rolled into a mail tube.
Free postage within Australia, international postage will be calculated at the checkout.
"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.
This print has been created from an original colour pencil drawing on warm white cotton rag (2022).
Prints are available in two different colours, white or pale blue.
A2 cotton rag paper Limited Edition prints, run of 50
A1 cotton rag Limited Edition prints, run of 25
Limited edition prints are personally signed and come with a authenticity certificate.
Prints are produced locally using the highest quality cotton rag with archival pigment inks with a fade resistant life of up to and exceeding 100 years.
The surface of the printed cotton rag paper is delicate and needs to be handled with care. It is recommended the prints are delivered to a professional framer. To avoid reflections from the glass, it is highly recommended AR70 non-reflective glass is used.
Prints are printed on demand, please allow 10-15 days for prints to arrive within Australia. A4 and A3 prints will be posted flat in a rigid mailer, A2, A1 and A0 prints will be rolled into a mail tube.
Free postage within Australia, international postage will be calculated at the checkout.