Spiritus Amazonia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK
“Spiritus Amazonia” captures the sacred silence of the canopy, split by the incandescent flight of the macaws. Plumage becomes pure energy against the impenetrable green. These birds embody the eternal guardians and living memory of a primordial world. Their vigilant presence moves within the light and shadows of a fragile sanctuary. The artwork reveals these creatures as the vital pulse of the Amazon, authentic treasure of the canopy. This creation demands the recognition and protection of primal natural divinity.

Medium: Mixed media on handmade paper
Edition: Limited edition of 1
Category: Wings

ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and designer Antoine Savolainen has worked in Europe and the United States for over 30 years. He is represented by the SIS Agency in USA and has also been an artist member of the prestigious Society of Illustrators in New York since the early 1990s. Throughout his career, he has received numerous awards in art, illustration, and design, such as the American Design Awards, European Design Awards, Print Magazine, Deutsche Telekon Art Prize, and Wildlife Artist of the Year.

ABOUT WILDLIFE ARTIST OF THE YEAR
This artwork was selected for exhibition in Wildlife Artist of the Year, David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation’s internationally acclaimed competition celebrating the very best in wildlife art while raising vital funds for conservation.

YOUR PURCHASE MAKES A DIFFERENCE
50% of the proceeds from this sale will support David Shepherd Wildlife Foundation (DSWF) and our conservation partners across Africa and Asia. Together, we fight wildlife crime and protect endangered species, from frontline action to global policy.

SHIPPING INFORMATION
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