Breathing Grass 

Ian Hugo created this print, Breathing Grass, using engraving. The stylized botanical forms bring to mind the ancient symbol of the Tree of Life, seen across cultures from the Assyrian Tree of Life reliefs to the Kabbalistic Tree. Here, the flowing, organic lines suggest growth and vitality. The radiant, sun-like shape at the bottom could evoke the Egyptian sun god Ra, symbolizing rebirth and cyclical renewal. This motif, of radiant energy emanating from a central point, reappears in Renaissance art, particularly in depictions of divine light and spiritual awakening. The engraving's title, Breathing Grass, suggests a life force, connecting nature with human existence. The psychological impact of the image lies in its ability to evoke a sense of interconnectedness, a deep, subconscious recognition of nature's rhythms and our place within them. The image is a testament to the enduring power of symbols, and how they evolve through time, continually resurfacing in new forms and contexts.