Does a Fruit Fly Count as One of My Five-a-Day? - original handmade Japanese woodblock frog print
Does a Fruit Fly Count as One of My Five-a-Day? - original handmade Japanese woodblock frog print
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A lucky frog from Japan that inspired a whimsical woodblock design.
On one of my visits to Japan I brought back a frog ornament as a gift for my grandma. It's such a simple little object, and yet displays so much charm. I decided to create a print featuring the frog to convey that sense of charm, which still makes me smile every time I look at it.
It always seemed to me that the frog was gazing up at something, so I added a little fruit fly to my design (- the title plays on the theme of needing 5 portions of fruit and veg per day for a healthy, balanced diet!)
To make the print I carved a series of cherry woodblocks. The frogs are printed by hand in small batches from each of these blocks in turn to add all the layers of colour in the design. You'll see the blocks in the attached images. There's also a very speeded up video you can watch that shows me printing each of the 10 colours in the design.
All the prints in a batch are handmade in this way, but as each one has been inked and pressed slightly differently, they are all unique, original little works of art. Each finished frog print is embossed with my signature seals and (the short version of) the title is added in pencil.
Frogs are a symbol of good fortune in Japan, so this print makes for a perfect good luck token - for yourself, or someone you love - great of gifting!
The print comes ready to frame in a generous double mount that's 8" x 10", or framed and ready to hang in thin black wood.
Further Details
Is this an original, or a reproduction print?
Is this an original, or a reproduction print?
This is a hand-made original woodblock print, meticulously crafted by me in my Kirkcudbright studio. I carved the design into blocks of wood and printed from those blocks onto soft, fluffy Japanese paper with archival pigment inks to create this keepsake artwork.
How big is it?
How big is it?
If you're buying an unframed print the size refers to the overall size of the mount.
If you're choosing a framed print, the size refers to the glass size. The width of the frame moulding will add a couple of centimetres each way to the final dimensions.
What type of paper is it printed on?
What type of paper is it printed on?
The paper for this print is Japanese kanoko - a beautifully soft, fluffy paper with a warm, creamy tone. The inks are water-based pigment inks of archival quality for longevity.
Does it come with the mount?
Does it come with the mount?
Yes! The double bevel-cut mount is included in both the unframed and framed versions.
How is it packed for posting?
How is it packed for posting?
Unframed prints are sent in a protective sleeve within a rigid cardboard mailing envelope.
Framed prints are packaged with protective bubble and/or cardboard for safe transit.
Is the packaging eco friendly?
Is the packaging eco friendly?
All packaging is as environmentally friendly as possible, and can be reused or recycled.
What are the delivery costs and timescales?
What are the delivery costs and timescales?
No extra shipping costs are added at check out - the price you see is the price you pay! Hand-made prints are created, mounted and framed in my studio. For unframed pieces, the delivery time is generally within 1 week as these are usually in stock, ready to send out to you. Please note that framed versions may not be immediately available, so could take upto 2-3 weeks to arrive. I will be in touch to advise of a delivery timescale once you've placed your order.
What about returns and refunds?
What about returns and refunds?
In the unlikely event that your print arrives damaged, please contact me to arrange a replacement or refund.
Returns for any other reason are discretionary, and limited to 30 days from placing your order. Please get in touch and I'll aim to help you out.
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