Artist: Kitty Maplestone
Medium: Fine Art Print
Size: A3 (29.7 × 42 cm)
A story of courage, love and the extraordinary lengths we travel for the things we believe in.
Inspired by the beloved Norwegian fairy tale East of the Sun and West of the Moon, this illustration is a personal tribute to a story I grew up loving.
The tale follows a young woman who journeys away with a mysterious white bear, only to discover that he is an enchanted prince. When he is taken to a distant castle beyond the known world, she sets out to find him, travelling through unfamiliar lands and seeking the help of the four winds.
It is her determination that has always stayed with me. Refusing to accept that her journey is impossible, she eventually climbs upon the back of the mighty North Wind, allowing herself to be carried across mountains and seas to a place no ordinary traveller could reach.
As a child, I was captivated by the magic of the story. Revisiting it through my own artwork, I find myself drawn to something deeper: the strength of a young woman who refuses to give up, even when the world tells her that what she seeks is beyond her reach.
Rendered in intricate monochrome linework, this illustration celebrates the wonder of childhood storytelling and the quiet courage of believing in the impossible.
A Gift of Storytelling
With its wintry atmosphere, enchanted white bear and timeless message of courage and devotion, East of the Sun, West of the Moon makes a particularly meaningful Christmas gift.
A beautiful choice for lovers of fairy tales, folklore and mythology, or for someone who grew up enchanted by the same stories. More than a decorative print, it offers a little reminder that even the longest journeys begin with the courage to try.
Artwork Details
Artist: Kitty Maplestone
Size: A3 — 29.7 × 42 cm
Medium: Fine art print reproduced from an original hand-drawn illustration
Finish: Monochrome illustration with white print border
Framing: Supplied unframed
Available exclusively through MAPLESTONE.
Artist: Kitty Maplestone
Medium: Fine Art Print
Size: A3 (29.7 × 42 cm)
A story of courage, love and the extraordinary lengths we travel for the things we believe in.
Inspired by the beloved Norwegian fairy tale East of the Sun and West of the Moon, this illustration is a personal tribute to a story I grew up loving.
The tale follows a young woman who journeys away with a mysterious white bear, only to discover that he is an enchanted prince. When he is taken to a distant castle beyond the known world, she sets out to find him, travelling through unfamiliar lands and seeking the help of the four winds.
It is her determination that has always stayed with me. Refusing to accept that her journey is impossible, she eventually climbs upon the back of the mighty North Wind, allowing herself to be carried across mountains and seas to a place no ordinary traveller could reach.
As a child, I was captivated by the magic of the story. Revisiting it through my own artwork, I find myself drawn to something deeper: the strength of a young woman who refuses to give up, even when the world tells her that what she seeks is beyond her reach.
Rendered in intricate monochrome linework, this illustration celebrates the wonder of childhood storytelling and the quiet courage of believing in the impossible.
A Gift of Storytelling
With its wintry atmosphere, enchanted white bear and timeless message of courage and devotion, East of the Sun, West of the Moon makes a particularly meaningful Christmas gift.
A beautiful choice for lovers of fairy tales, folklore and mythology, or for someone who grew up enchanted by the same stories. More than a decorative print, it offers a little reminder that even the longest journeys begin with the courage to try.
Artwork Details
Artist: Kitty Maplestone
Size: A3 — 29.7 × 42 cm
Medium: Fine art print reproduced from an original hand-drawn illustration
Finish: Monochrome illustration with white print border
Framing: Supplied unframed
Available exclusively through MAPLESTONE.
