You Spotted Me!

Artwork dimensions: 210x125
Frame dimensions: 340x340
Watercolour on paper
The artwork comes mounted and framed in a black aluminium frame.
The Eastern She-Oak Skink (Cyclodomorphus michaeli) Australian endangered species represented in this artwork is a species of lizard found in eastern Australia, and is an important part of Aboriginal folklore in the region. The Yuin people of South Coast New South Wales) tell in their stories how the  skink is associated with the creation of the mountains and the valleys. The skink's ability to shed its tail (a defense mechanism) and is able to regrow it again is seen as a symbol of renewal and regeneration. I. Bundjalung country in the region of Northern New South Wales the skink is associated with the spirit world and is believed to have helped create the rivers and streams of the region. If you are wonderi g as to the origins of its name, the skink's scaly skin is said to represent the rough bark of the She-Oak tree! The skunks ability to blend in with its surroundings is seen as a symbol of adaptability and resilience also.
Dharshi wishes that this series of artworks and the associated meaning as well as spiritual symbolism serve as a reminder to the collector to treasure every moment, enjoy the beauty of nature every day as it is transient as every journey must come to an end! 
With this artwork and others like it, Dharshi accomplished something remarkable - she completed two 30-day art challenges in a single year! During this time, she created more than 60 artworks, including 30 pieces featuring endangered species. Among these works is this piece showcasing an endangered species. The original watercolour was painted on 100% cotton paper using the highest quality watercolours available.