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Forest Bather I

Regular price £90.00

While I was in Brazil I discovered the Afro-Brazilian tradition of Banho de Folhas, or "leaf bathing", where plants are used in rituals of cleansing and renewal. Rather than illustrating the practice directly, I was interested in the idea of the forest itself becoming a place of restoration, where colour, light and nature surround you completely.

Swimming became a daily ritual during my time in Brazil, but I realised I experienced the same sense of immersion walking through the rainforest. Forest Bather series is about that feeling of being held within nature rather than simply observing it.

Edition of 60 hand signed original prints. Optional framing available in the UK only

Details

Printed on Hahnemühle Photo Rag a white cotton artist paper known for its soft, luxurious feel and lightly textured surface. This subtle texture gives artwork a sense of depth and dimension, making prints look rich and detailed.

It's acid- and lignin-free, conforming to ISO 9706 standards—so it's built to last and ideal for archival, museum-quality prints. Printed locally and hand finished in Sarahs Brighton Studio with 24ct burnished gold leaf. Sarah uses traditional gold leafing techniques, each dot of gold hand applied, meaning no two are the same.

FRAMING
Available for delivery in the UK only. Prints are float mounted which raises artwork above the mount, creating a gallery effect. We use museum grade perspex not glass. If you are ordering a frame you will be contacted by email to double check your order.

The Story behind

Inspired by a two-month painting trip to Brazil, this work explores immersion beyond water. It is made from hand-painted, collaged paper, with each piece painted on location, embedding the landscape directly into the material.

Focusing on the physical qualities of the forest—filtered light, humidity, and dense plant life—the composition builds a layered environment through colour and texture.

Referencing the Afro-Brazilian practice of Banho de Folhas, the work approaches ideas of cleansing and renewal in a material, abstract way.

Shipping and payment

Each piece is made to order with a min 10 days production time, framing approx 10-14 days. Durning these times of changing tariffs and rules, prints are sent at owners risk of extra taxes outside the UK. Unframed prints come in a cardboard tube, special delivery signed for. Framed prints are sent via parcelforce. Postage costs are applied at the checkout.

POSTAGE COSTS
UK - £15 / International - £25
Framed prints (available in the UK ONLY)

RETURNS
Art prints are printed to order and are not returnable.