You need to explore these mysterious watercolours of ancient mythological creatures

2D art; a selkie
(Image credit: Flintica)

Flintica is a fantasy artist and creature designer on a mission to mystify nature, inspire dreaming, and raise awareness of ecological and social topics. “We are nature and art is what makes us so wonderfully human. Here we learn more about her watercolour series.

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Storyteller

2D art; a mushroom creature with three eyes

(Image credit: Flintica)

“Connected to the big mycelium, the Storyteller witnessed all of Earth’s legends and projects them into your mind with his third eye, so you may be inspired by them.”

What makes us human

2D art; an owl with long horns

(Image credit: Flintica)

Inspired by Stone Age cave paintings, this creature came to existence. Art like this empowers us to time travel and explore what our early ancestors have felt.”

Guarding stones

2D art; a green woman

(Image credit: Flintica)

“This Trow, inspired by folklore of the Orkney and Shetland islands, is guarding a collection of ancient stones.”

Selkie

2D art; a mermaid-like creature

(Image credit: Flintica)

“The symbolism of the Selkie played a huge part in my self-discovery journey. Here she’s protecting a young pup, while being guided by an elder. Like her, we should protect nature.”

Find more of Flintica's work on Instagram.


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