{"product_id":"redbud-and-the-bees","title":"Redbud and the Bees","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLino block print with chine collé on japanese washi paper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16x20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited edition 1 of 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis artwork features a blossoming Eastern redbud tree (Cercis canadensis) and three native bees: the Eastern carpenter bee (Xylocopa virginica), a leafcutter bee (Megachile relativa) and Blue Orchard Mason Bee (Osmia lignaria), as well as some wooden boards with holes like those drilled by carpenter bees. I printed it by hand on Japanese kozo (or mulberry paper), 16\" x 20\" with various collaged Japanese washi papers. It is one of a small varied series of prints. The placement of the bees and collaged papers varies so each is different. \r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eI made this print originally for an exhibit about urban wildlife, conflict between people and wildlife in the city and the impacts of climate change. Here in Toronto, redbud trees are more and more common, due to their popularity with gardeners and the warming climate. They are a source of pollen and leaf material for our native bees, who are important pollinators. Amongst the bees attracted though, are Eastern carpenter bees, which are also expanding their range north with the warming climate. Eastern carpenter bees drill into wood to build their nests, including homes and outdoor furniture, which brings them into conflict with homeowners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ele Willoughby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44255018483815,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1784561174_20712.jpg?v=1784561194","url":"https:\/\/helloart.com\/products\/redbud-and-the-bees","provider":"helloart","version":"1.0","type":"link"}