Witche's house
Witch’s House is a piece on isolation, exile, and self-reliance. The witch’s house stands solitary, reading as both a sanctuary and prison. It is ambiguous whether the inhabitant has chosen this seclusion or whether the house is a place of confinement. If it is a chosen space, then the crosses surrounding the house act as protective amulets. However if this construction acts as a prison, then they are erected to contain rather than shield. This ambiguity forms the emotional dissonance of the work. The upright cross atop the house and the inverted cross upon the door mirror one another. They symbolize the divide between inner truth and outer judgment. Protection and persecution become visually indistinguishable.
The piece reflects on identity. It questions who we are to ourselves, and who we become in the eyes of others. To follow one’s own path may invite conflict, estrangement, even danger. Is safety worth the cost of self-erasure? If we suppress our nature to appease the world, are we truly living?
Overview
- Fine Art Print
- 11 X 17 in.
- Watercolor paper for premium feel
- Locally made in Canada
- Standard size for easy framing
- Eco-Certified
Description
On the precipice of a cliff, the witch’s house emerges from a haunting earth-toned dreamscape. Crosses dot the surrounding landscape, evoking the weight of the church yet leaving their intent ambiguous; are they meant to imprison or protect? Rendered in impressionistic brushstrokes that blur the line between reality and vision, this artwork conjures a world that feels at once cursed and otherworldly. A meditation on isolation, power, and self-reliance.
Product Details
The prints are produced in Toronto, using Mohawk Via Felt cardstock, which offers a robust, watercolor paper-like texture. This eco-friendly paper contains 30% post-consumer waste fiber and is manufactured using wind-powered electricity. Additionally, it is FSC Certified, Green Seal Certified, lignin-free, processed chlorine-free, and archival quality, ensuring that the colors of the artwork remain vibrant for years to come.
Frame not included.
FAQ
- Does this fit standard frame sizing?
Yes.
This 11 x 17 piece fits comfortably into most ready-made frames. You may wish to use a mat board which are often included with the frame, and trim it to suit your artwork. Retailers such as IKEA, DeSerres, Michaels, and Amazon offer excellent frame options that complement this piece beautifully. - Did you draw this?
Yes.
I’m Olivia Hamza, the artist behind all works signed Notwhatnot. I create these hyper-real paintings in Photoshop. Each piece is hand painted and typically takes about four months to complete. - Do you ship internationally?
Yes.
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Witche's House
Earth-toned, dreamlike vision of a cliffside witch’s house, where crosses hint at protection or imprisonment and the air melts with uncanny mystery.
