“Unchartered Waters II” (2024) Original Woodblock Print + Free Gift

Description

Unchartered Waters II (2024) Original Woodblock Print

In Unchartered Waters II, Nairobi-based printmaker Akware Elnah captures the ancient, steady grace of the sea turtle, rendering it as a vibrant symbol of endurance and exploration. As a master of seeing deeply, Elnah serves as an archivist of the natural world, transforming the raw textures of marine life into an exquisite, timeless print that demands a moment of pause.

The piece is born from a deliberate, slow ritual: each line is meticulously hand-carved into the block and brought to life through the intimate, physical pressure of the hand-pull. The result is a tactile whisper of movement, a preserved breath of story where the fiery oranges of the shell clash beautifully with a deep cerulean background, representing the hidden depths of the ocean and the soul.

Technical Specifications

• Artist: Akware Elnah

• Title: Unchartered Waters II

• Year: 2024

• Medium: Woodblock Printing

• Size: 26 cm x 19 cm