I can think of few other creatures who have been so maligned and reviled by man than bats. Yet, man could not live without these gentle, intelligent mammals. They are super pollinators and they protect us from disease and the destruction of our crops by eating harmful insects. Studying bats has contributed invaluably to medical and scientific advances. Instead of fearing these most abundant species of mammal (who are closely related to the order of primates and lemurs), set aside your superstitions and look at these graceful, beautiful beings as helpers critical to balanced ecosystems.
"Lil' Drac and Wisteria" is an ORIGINAL (not a print) mixed media painting of an orphaned short-tailed fruit bat known for rocking himself to sleep when he was a baby. He's hanging out amidst the purple vine wisteria. The painting is predominately water colors with pen-and-ink. The 11-1/2" x 8-1/2" artwork is on Arches Aquarelle Cold Pressed 100% Cotton paper using premium paints. It will come to you matted and framed, ready to hang, with all hanging hardware installed. The mat is a tan, gallery-quality, Crescent mat with an acid-free backing board. It measures 12" x 16". The frame is solid wood, hand-rubbed in a metallic gold, measuring 17" x 14". NOTE: There is no glass in the frame; this is an open frame. Browns, purples, and greens dominate this piece. I've tried to capture the painting and colors as best I could with my camera, but colors vary on many computer monitors.
The art is hand signed.
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Returns & Exchanges
I gladly accept returns and exchanges
Just contact me within: 5 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 7 days of delivery
I don't accept cancellations
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
The following items can't be returned or exchanged
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
- Custom or personalized orders
- Perishable products (like food or flowers)
- Digital downloads
- Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)
- Items on sale
Frequently Asked Questions
Can my gourd art be kept outside?
No. My gourd art is intended for inside use only. The art will not hold up to weather and is not created to do so.
Can my gourd vases and bowls be filled with water for fresh flowers?
No. Unless I specifically state that the piece has been waterproofed, my gourd art should not be exposed to liquids including water. However, non-leaking containers for water--such as slender glass vases, etc.,--can be placed into the bowl or vase if you wish to use the piece for holding fresh flower bouquets. Just be careful to make sure there is no spillage.
There are bumps and blemishes on the gourd art. Are these defects?
No. Gourds are natural elements that will have bumps, dings, and blemishes. These are simply a part of the gourd itself.
Wholesale availability
I am a one person operation. I cannot and do not want to mass produce. I prefer NOT to become involved in wholesale.
Gift wrapping and packaging
Almost all of my art comes gift boxed and tied with a fabric ribbon. If you want the order gift wrapped, please convo me to discuss. I can also include a customized gift enclosure card. Please make sure to let me know in the "message" portion of your order if you wish to send as a gift and provide the name and address of the recipient. I try to include a copy of your receipt with each order. If the item is a gift, I will withhold the receipt unless you direct me otherwise.
Care instructions
I send a set of "care instructions" with all of my gourd art. Gourd art should be cared for in the same manner you would care for fine wood. Simply dust gently with a dry cloth. Keep the piece out of prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to ensure the colors do not fade. Keep the piece out of water.