Artwork description:

"Alien in the Sparks" is a fine art print of a macro photograph by Inna Etuvgi, also known as My Psychedelic Garden. This piece features the Cladonia Pyxidata lichen, its intricate form adorned with morning dew, captured in the forests of Huskvarna, Sweden.

This print aims to highlight the often-overlooked ecological significance of lichens, portraying them not just as tiny organisms but as majestic, alien-like figures, as if they are part of a world beyond our own.
 
'Alien in the Sparks' is a proud part of the 'SAGOSKOGEN' collection, a series of visual narratives that echo the fairy-tale essence of the Swedish forest, where 'saga' means fairy tale and 'skogen' means forest. This piece is a celebration of nature's hidden narratives and an ode to its unsung heroes.


PRINT INFORMATION:

* Medium: Giclée print on Canson Fine Art paper
* Edition size: Limited to 3 copies
* Details: Signed and numbered by the artist, accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity
* Dimensions: Image size 80 x 100 cm
* Shipping: Sent rolled in a durable mailing tube (10 cm diameter).


ABOUT THE ARTIST:

Inna Etuvgi is a Swedish-Chukchi art photographer whose work explores the delicate balance between nature, humanity, and technology. Growing up in the remote Arctic, where survival depends on sensitivity to nature’s smallest signs, Etuvgi developed a deep respect for the fragile ecosystems she now captures in her art.

Living with Aphantasia—an inability to visualise mental images—Etuvgi turns to nature to reflect her inner landscapes, using her camera and digital art to externalise emotions and sensations. Through her macro photography, she magnifies the intricate details of nature's smallest elements, urging viewers to see their beauty, quiet resilience, and essential role in sustaining ecosystems. Her work highlights our bond with nature and challenges the human-centred worldview, reminding us of the interconnectedness of all life and encouraging a more mindful, compassionate relationship with the natural world.

Beginning her artistic journey in 2020, Etuvgi was internationally recognised as a finalist for the Arte Laguna Prize in 2022 and received a grant from the Swedish Arts Grants Committee in 2023. As art critic Tabish Khan notes, “Her work transports us to other worlds—both real and imaginary, but always in harmony with nature.”

Materials used:

fine art paper, archival pigment inks

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