Gaia Size:MEDIUM (A3) - Single Release of 5

Gaia Size:MEDIUM (A3) - Single Release of 5Gaia, goddess of the Earth, entwines us into the underground network of comprehension that connects trees and all rooted growing things, nourishes our spirit beneath her boughs, and reminds us that life is cyclical. Growth persists unabated, pushing ever outward into whatever niche it finds, no matter how difficult. When one branch fails and dies, it thrives in a new form. Year: 2023 Location: Madeira, Portugal Karl spotted this location on a hike

then whispers to us of freedom through surrender

Many of my trips to this forest were spent slowly

washing away all thoughts and leaving behind only heartbeats

could see a creature in every shape

Growth persists unabated

deep matte Fuji Velvet photo paper

The timid golden light of spring begins to awaken our limbs from their wooden and heavy tangle

winter morning

Fire had taken these Laurel Silva many years past and the sun and wind had bleached them white

but also the endless possibilities of adventure in this new kingdom

When I am among trees so old their wisdom is palpable

and which features in several of my past print collections