Artwork description:

"ALIEN LICHENS," a captivating fine art photography print by Inna Etuvgi, artistically known as My Psychedelic Garden, unveils the Cladonia Stellaris lichen in Sweden’s forests, with a raindrop that strikingly resembles a whimsical creature - an alien.

Part of the "Alien" series, this piece delves into the mystique of lichens as ecological pioneers, reflecting on their astonishing endurance in space experiments—hinting at the possibility of life’s cosmic journey.

Celebrated in the Arte Laguna Prize 16 finals, Etuvgi’s "Alien" series earned a prestigious exhibition at Venice's Arsenale. The "ALIEN" print invites admirers to contemplate the subtle beauty and resilience of lichens, underscoring the silent, yet profound narratives woven by nature.



PRINT INFORMATION:

Gicleè print on Canson Fine Art paper + COA

Installed in Ph-neutral passpartout 30x40 cm + backing, ready for framing
Image size 20x25 cm

Limited edition 25

Signed, numbered and printed by the author



ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Inna Etuvgi, hailing from Russia's Arctic shores, brings her technical background to light as a Swedish art photographer. Her artistic journey began in 2020, and in 2022, she gained recognition as a finalist in the Arte Laguna Prize 16. In 2023, she received an honour from the Swedish Arts Grants Committee. Etuvgi’s works are featured in “Photography in the Visual Culture” 22/23 book.

Navigating life with Aphantasia, Inna's mind doesn't visualise, but it pulsates with vivid concepts, emotions, and sensations. She uses her camera not merely to explore the world but to externalise her unique mental landscapes, making them visible.

Art critic Tabish Khan says about Inna’s art: “her work is about transporting us to other worlds - both real and imaginary, but always in harmony with nature. She may have a mind blind to visualisation, but she has eyes and a camera that capture the beauty in the worlds that the rest of us often overlook and take for granted.”

Materials used:

fine-art paper, archival pigment inks

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