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Sea turtles are among the most ancient species on this planet. Today there are seven species of sea turtle remaining that date back 110 million years, back to the age of the dinosaurs. This piece features the Loggerhead turtle, one of the most recognizable of all the sea. This creature is known for its scaled skin, which the artist carefully etches into the metal of the turtle's head and throughout the tips and edges of its body. The shell of the turtle glistens which the artist recreates using capiz shell. The focus of this awe-inspiring piece is the texture and size of sea turtles and the artist uses contrasting colors to underscore this fact. The basic frame of the turtle is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted keeping in mind the reflective qualities in the color of turtles. -
This elegant peacock is relaxed and calm, pluming through its feathers. The gentle hues of its body are enhanced with a pop of color in the jeweled stones in the peacock's tail. The jewels aren't the only representation of the iridescent colors of peacocks. The artist doesn't hesitate to hand-paint the distinctive eyespots, with the eye itself in different colors. This piece comes together and brings a of soothing peace to any space.
The basic frame of the is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint. The shell is then painted the bold colors you see. The entire front facing piece is carefully hand-painted.
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An old parable states that five birds were resting on a wire. Two decided to fly south. How many were birds are left? One's initial answer may be three, however, the answer is still five. The moral of the fable is actions are more important than intention; a kind reminder that a truer picture of one's character is drawn by actions. The artisan captures this parable by lining up five birds socializing on a wire. The basic frame of this piece is created using tin, which is powder coated with a black finish. The frame is reinforced using tin wire along the inner edge. The front of the body is adorned with capiz. Capiz is an oyster shell and the primary purpose of the oyster is as a source of food. However, the by-product, the shell, can be used for decoration. Due to it being a natural material, the natural colors of the capiz may come through as tans and browns underneath the hand-painted surface. -
With warm copper tones and elegant, contemporary soft blues, this butterfly hits all the right trends. The artist heightens this feel with capiz shell and shimmering beads. The hand-painted finish flows gracefully along clean lines radiating outwards towards its wingtips.
The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.
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With contrasting designs and textures, the artist captures the light and airy spirit of the ever-popular butterfly. Subtle hints of yellow design rest on top of natural capiz shell. Architecturally the arches are used to help support a structure, while creating an open area underneath it. Arches are used around the world and have become a symbol of strength. The lower wings feature a pattern of almost three-dimensional arches, symbolic to the strength a butterfly can represent.
The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.
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With colorful rising flowers, this butterfly represents spring rising to overtake winter's cold. The bold tones will provide strong accent to any space. A mix of color and designs painted on the wings add depth and dimension.
The basic frame of the butterfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned in areas with capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of butterflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.
