This piece features a bevy of contrasting patterns that create a unique and fun pattern for a modern or contemporary work of art. The dragonfly uses muted, warm colors that add depth to any space. The upper wing is constructed using a capiz shell hand-painted with soft colors, in contrast to the lower wing, crafted out of tin, textured, and colored with darker hues of the same color pallet. The basic frame of the dragonfly is created using tin, which is powder-coated with a black finish and makes this piece safe to use outdoors. The edges of the frame are reinforced using thicker tin wire. The front of this piece is adorned areas with a capiz shell, an oyster native to the Philippines, before being hand-painted and sealed with a water-based sealant. The primary purpose of this oyster is to provide a source of food, however, the shell is a sustainable by-product that can be used for decoration. The capiz shell subtly replicates the reflective qualities of dragonflies in nature. The entire piece is lightweight and has an eyelet in the back allowing it to be hung using a finishing nail, command strip, or a push pin. Due to it being a natural material, the organic colors of capiz come through as tans and browns underneath the paint.
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