Green Man
The Green Man is a nature motif embraced throughout history in various forms and in many cultures around the world. He represents rebirth, resurrection and growth, and can be found in ancient Roman villas, Indian temples and the churches and cathedrals of Europe.
In Britain, he's captured the imagination for thousands of years, symbolising the coming of spring and plentiful harvests. His face adorns the signs of many inns and pubs, perhaps a link to Britain's Roman history: 'Bacchus' is the Roman nature god of wine, festivity, agriculture and fertility.
For this illustration I was heavily inspired by Princess Mononoke and Willow. I imagined miniature 'green men' on a quest to protect their forests under the all-seeing gaze of the Green Man...
Watch the time lapse for this here.
Size & Info
Available in giclée or recycled paper, and in a variety of sizes.
++ DISCOUNT on Giclée print ++
£60 (Usual price £65) TINY little dent in the bottom right corner, which will be invisible once it's behind mount and framed.
Prints are unframed.
Giclée- 250gsm
- 100% acid free
- Textured surface
- Incredible vivid colours
- 100% recycled 250gsm paper
- Uncoated stock made from 100% genuine de-inked post consumer waste
- Eco-friendly UK printing
- Chlorine free
- Carbon offset and FSC® Certified.
- All prints come with signed note
- Recycled paper prints are packaged in either biodegradable or fully recyclable film
- Giclée prints are packaged in tissue paper
- A4 and A3 prints are shipped in hard-backed envelopes
- A2 prints are rolled and shipped in postal tubes