Tree & Moths with Moon

In Japan, moths commonly symbolize love, rebirth, transformation, and the soul, often connected to ancestors and family spirits; they also represent death and the fleeting, ephemeral nature of life. This stands in contrast with butterflies, which are more directly associated with the soul and lightness, although both insects share themes of metamorphosis and spiritual journeys.
These two limited edition screen prints, depicting a solitary tree encircled by hovering moths against the soft glow of a moon rendered in metallic gold ink or luminous white, take their inspiration from Japanese ukiyo-e art, a tradition whose name translates as "Pictures of the Floating World." The soft, shimmering tones gently urge viewers to stop and reflect on their connection to nature, the cycle of life and death..