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Commission for Client.I was thrilled to be able to do something a little different than I usually get commissioned for. Not enough people ask for the “non poplar” animals, which are actually the animals with dear reverence in Aboriginal societies- so I was excited to take on this project.
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A Crested Toad does battle with an Armed Snake.
Each is juxtaposed to another- the Toad seizing the Snake from the back, all the while the Snake has the Toad by the foot.
I decided to use the mandela shape as the base for the image- simply because I wanted something that could symbolize the unity between two bodies at war- that is a paradox in itself. I also wanted to get that strained confining feel by trying to have everything “fit in the circle” that could also reflect the strain and the physical labor of a confrontation.
This has become a favorite piece in my neck of the woods. I’m considering to make a few more based on the same concept, as they are proving popular with the crowd here.
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For some reason, this makes me think of the myth about Jörmungandr, even though this image is in no way related to it at all... =/
Regardless, this is quite lovely -- I've looked at some of your other images similar to this one, and the level of respect you have for the culture behind them is just astounding. Well done.
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i love da colors, then fade in to each other and bring each other to attention!
I <3 yr doodles
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Very interesting. Love the colors and over all design. They dont seem to play nice together do they?
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Look like they need a time out or something. Awesome work as always.
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Love the art, hate the name.
My art teacher uses it all the time when trying to get me to draw realistically.
Feh.
I LOVE YOUR ART!!
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Well, maybe you should listen to your teacher. I only ever got better when listening to mine- even the ones telling me a painful reality. ESPECIALLY those that told me a painful reality. XD
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Oh I do what she says, I just don't like the word juxtaposition.
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Juxtapose. Juxtapose. Juxtapose... XD
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Cruel, cruel thing you.
. . . But I suppose I have another year left of it. I better immunize myself now.
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o.o This is gorgeous! The symbolism here is just... wow. Astounding!
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The colors work together in harmony here. They don't overpower one another, but really show a definitive character for both the snake and toad. It is definitely refreshing to see such unique animals conveyed in this style. I get what you were trying to convey in the mandela formation. I think it was a brill choice. It really shows that duality and continuity you find within struggles. Wonderful work. (:
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Thank you!
While Toads and Frogs are a common symbol on the NWP- many families and crests have them- it's not perpetuated in the non-community media, as the non Aboriginal don't think fondly of reptiles, or amphibians. it's a pity becuase they are some of the most awesome creatures out there!
Thanks for the wonderful comment!
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