In 2017 I started painting environmental paintings to generate conversation around the fragility of our environment and its inhabitants.  This painting is based on my first painting "Surfs Up", and because I loved it so much I decided to paint something similar.  There are different patterns on the umbrellas, an extra umbrella, and a missing penguin - but the full narrative can be found below:
 
Narrative
The Fiordland crested penguin is one of the rarest of New Zealand’s penguins and is critically threatened. I wanted to show this threat by using the visual metaphor of tsunami waves threatening the birds. The Washi umbrella is symbolic of how fragile and unprotected these birds are from the incoming destruction.  But hang on... there is an extra umbrella!
 
Premium Artist Oil paint is used to ensure that the colours are clean, bright and light-steadfast. The paints A and AA ratings aid in the longevity of the paints, and will last well over 75 years.  The canvas is made from 100% cotton with a tight, even weave and is coated with a quality gesso primer.  As many as 12 layers of transparent glazes are applied to the paintings to achieve the colour and light displayed in each work.
 
Measures 910mm x 615 mm x 25mm deep. Ready to hang.
Comes with a certificate of authenticity, signed by myself, the Artist.
 
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Photographs are an indication of what the artworks could look like in a room and are not the exact ratio. Other items in the photograph are not included.
 
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