An archival fine art print based on paintings from from [The Luckier] Series, for a solo exhibition in 2018.

THE STORY

A teapot can convey the meaning of "to protect" or "blessing" because the Chinese characters share the same pronunciation.    The significance of the Pig in an old Chinese custom is said to have young male children wear hats and shoes in the shape of a pig to fool the evil spirits into thinking the child was actually a pig.   The pig can also symbolise prosperity and good fortune.

Here, Teapot guardians bring a disguise and offer safety to a young boy scout, about to set off on his first field trip out in the cemetery. An experience that a childhood friend told me about when he was a boy scout.

THE COLLECTION

[The Luckier] is a visual exploration of the liminal space we often retreat into when in a state of indecision.     Drawing upon the fear and uncertainty that we deal with in the face of success, feelings of displacement are emphasised by creating characters using Chinese fortune symbology, which can be viewed as a guide or a symptom of stress, or both.     [The Luckier] refers to a kind of ideal self. One who does not doubt opportunity, indulge in self sabotage, or allow the absurdity of an ideal to ruin the pursuit of it.

THE DETAILS

• Limited Edition Archival Fine Art Print

• Archival ink on 100% cotton rag paper

• Signed and numbered by Artist

• Handmade custom certificate of authenticity by artist

• 84.1 cm x 59.4 cm (A1 paper size)

• Edition of 8 only

* Each piece made to order, so that you receive the freshest print possible. Please allow time for production, packing and shipping!