Summary

Watchman 2, print is an early-state color variant—cool greys moving like wind with a soft golden center. The sentinel form reads as present and protective, bringing quiet assurance to homes, wellness interiors, and sacred spaces.

Artwork Statement

I painted Watchman in prayerful quiet—greys like breath, light opening at center. The bird reads as a watchman: attentive, calm in the swirl. I wanted a work you can live with every day—protective without noise.

Variation & Edition Notes

• Edition type: early-state color variant from my in-progress original.
• Lineage: created from an earlier studio photograph; the studio original has since received additional overpainting in the bird and surrounding glow, so it will not exactly match this print.
• Intent: preserve the tranquil, watchful mood and cool-grey / warm-gold balance that reads beautifully at print scale.

Integrity Notes

• Source is my own acrylic painting; no stock imagery or AI elements.
• Light digital adjustments only (tone/contrast, cleanup, print-ready sharpening). No compositing or added objects.
• This edition reflects an earlier state; the continuing studio original includes further overpainting.

Color & Mood

• Palette: cool greys, slate blue, soft lemon-gold highlights.
• Mood: calm, protective, quietly hopeful.
• Viewing: strong read at distance; feathery brushwork and layered transitions up close.

Design Notes

• Subject: a watchful bird form in a spiral of motion and light.
• Motifs: covering, vigilance, dawn, breath/wind.
• Composition: centered glow with off-axis sentinel; circular movement that settles the eye.

Bathroom suitability

Choose Metal or Acrylic for humidity-friendly display; framed Paper is fine in dry, ventilated zones with glazing.

Where It Works

• Entries and living rooms that benefit from a protective, serene presence.
• Bedrooms, studies, and prayer corners designed for reflection and rest.
• Clinics, counseling, and wellness settings seeking non-literal, calming art.

Pairing Ideas

• Bold avian companion: Falcon, print
• Flowing light: Glory Stream 3, print
• Quiet vertical counterpoint: Angelic, print

Print Options & Materials

• Fine Art Paper — archival matte; smooth surface reveals soft transitions and nuanced tones.
• Gallery-Wrapped Canvas — cotton-blend canvas, hand-stretched; warm texture and ready-to-hang finish.
• Metal — dye-sublimated aluminum; sleek, frameless presentation in glossy or satin.
• Acrylic — face-mounted behind polished acrylic for luminous depth and clarity.

All formats are made-to-order in North America and arrive ready to frame or hang.

Sizing Guidance (4:5 aspect — plus 11×14)

• Available sizes: 8×10, 11×14, 16×20, 24×30, 32×40, 36×45 in.
• Placement tip: target artwork width ≈ 60–75% of the furniture width; center height ~57–60 in.

Quality & Care

• Archival inks and premium substrates for long-term color stability.
• Personally proofed so the glow feels alive without overpowering the room.
• Handle with clean, dry hands; avoid prolonged direct sunlight.

Notes From the Studio

Open Edition Fine Art Print from my painting Watchman (acrylic on canvas, 24 × 30 in). This early-state print reflects an earlier capture; the studio original continues to evolve with additional overpainting.

Need sizing or placement advice? Contact me at: info@annereidartist.com