These limited-edition archival color pigment ink prints on recycled cotton fiber paper are a part of the Sustain series. To learn more about the inspirations for this work click here to read the full artist statement.
The Joy of Sugar Baby Melons in August
The Joy of Sugar Baby Melons in August
Remember the carefree joy of summer days when you were young? This artwork expresses that playful summertime delight, showing the pure fun of growing and eating fresh food. A woman in a cheerful red halter top decorated with white apples takes a bite of a Sugar Baby watermelon she grew in her urban garden. The deep green striped melons rest on a cutting board beside bright orange and red nasturtium flowers and long green Armenian cucumbers. You can almost taste the sweet, crisp flesh of the watermelon and feel the cool, smooth rind in your hands. The vibrant coral red of the sliced melons contrasts beautifully with the glossy green skins and the soft petals of the edible flowers. The glass table reflects the abundance, doubling the visual feast. This is the essence of summer, celebrating the lighthearted pleasure that comes from growing food that nourishes both body and spirit.
Envision this playful artwork in your kitchen or dining room, where it brings the carefree spirit of summer into your home year round. Guests who see it will smile and share their own memories of watermelon on hot days, summer gardens, and the simple pleasures of fresh homegrown food. It sparks conversations about the satisfaction of enjoying specialty melons and cucumbers and how gardening keeps us young at heart. This artwork celebrates the playful side of sustainable living and reminds us that caring for our bodies and the earth can be joyful and fun.
“To create this image I used lighting techniques borrowed from commercial photography to create a reflection on the glass table on my front porch to repeat the colors and shapes of the abundant harvest of melon, armenian cuke and natsturtiums. I opened the window on the front porch to include a soft focus view of the nearby homes, shrubs, and sign on the street corner because I wanted to convey the abundant harvest that can be grown in a small urban garden.”
This limited edition archival pigment ink print is created on 100% reclaimed content matte finish cotton paper, manufactured in Moab Utah with wind power, ensuring both longevity and environmental responsibility. As part of the Sustain photography series, each print represents my commitment to using materials that align with the sustainable living practices depicted in the artwork itself. The archival quality inks and museum-grade paper mean this piece will maintain its vibrant color and remain a cherished part of your collection for generations.
You will receive a signed and numbered Epson archival pigment ink print made under strict supervision by me to my exacting standards of lush color reproduction and quality. The watermark is only for internet display and will not be on your print. If you need help to envision how it will look a free digital mockup is available so you can see exactly how it will look in your space before adding it to your collection. Contact Ivana for this service. Gallery style archival framing is available for an additional charge for the small sizes. Visit the framing service section of the website and select the frame option that matches your print choice. For larger sizes please contact me for a custom framing quote.
14" x 21" image size in an edition of 10 (+ 1 AP) and currently no. 1/10 is available for you to enjoy.
28" x 42" image size in an edition of 6 (+ 1 AP) and currently no. 1/6 is available for you to enjoy.
40" x 60" image size in an edition of 4 (+ 1 AP) and currently no. 1/4 is available for you to enjoy.
