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February 14, 2010
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The moth and butterfly here share similar meanings: the soul; as metamorphosis from caterpillar to winged creature, rebirth. The moth is also a lunar creature and carries lunar symbolism: the rhythm of cyclic time; enlightenment; the spiritual aspect of light in darkness.
Acrylics, direct image transfer, packing tape transfer, pastel, pencil (graphite) on wood.
Approximately 15x12 inches
SOLD
S. Fitts, 2010
My work is NOT to be copied, borrowed, distributed, manipulated or used in any way without my expressed written consent. If you have questions please note me.

The above mentioned meaning of symbols comes from research done and from J.C. COOPER's AN ILLUSTRATED ENCYCLOPEDIA OF TRADITIONAL SYMBOLS, copyright 1978 Thames & Hudson Ltd., London
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Mood: Amazed ~goldenlantern14 Aug 4, 2011
this is AMAZING!!
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*SethFitts Aug 5, 2011  Professional Traditional Artist
Thank you very much!
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~Olvium Mar 6, 2011   Traditional Artist
Beautiful artwork, I love the coloring and the symbolism.
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*SethFitts Mar 6, 2011  Professional Traditional Artist
Thank you much!
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!ThingsThatDontMatter Feb 1, 2011
Wonderful details, especially on the cat. :meow:
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*SethFitts Feb 1, 2011  Professional Traditional Artist
Many many thanks!
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~Gingerspine Dec 27, 2010  Hobbyist Artisan Crafter
I like that you explained what the different creatures represent! Thanks for that. :meow:

Neat that it looks like rust on the cat, or the paint has been worn away. Cat looks amazing as do the butterflies, but my absolute favourite part of this is the trees in the background!
Wow, I didn't notice them at first, but man, do they look wicked.
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*SethFitts Dec 28, 2010  Professional Traditional Artist
I think I had someone request to know some of the symbolism of the piece, so I obliged.
The cat's body was a happy accident. Originally, it was a direct image transfer that went horribly wrong. Instead of scrapping the whole piece I decided to fill in the cat a bit and there you are.
I am pleased you like those trees!
Many thanks!
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Mood: Love *melanierogers Dec 22, 2010
This is still one of my favorite pieces of art in dA. I've included it in my Christmas feature journal. Wanted to let you know. Thanks. [link]

~ mel :iconchristmasla:
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*SethFitts Dec 23, 2010  Professional Traditional Artist
This was a very successful piece. I am pleased you like it so much.
Thank you for including it in your journal feature.
Merry Christmas to you! :xmas:
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