{"product_id":"becoming-original-acrylic-painting-copy","title":"The Guardian - Original Acrylic Painting","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Guardian is an original acrylic painting on canvas by New Zealand artist Karena.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'The Guardian' presents a majestic stag emerging from a deep indigo and emerald backdrop. His striking blue eyes are the heart of the piece, embodying a rare blend of kindness, inner strength, and empathy. Framed by a vibrant cascade of abstracted botanicals that root him in the natural world, his steady, watchful gaze serves as a quiet protector to those around him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Karena\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20\" x 30\" (508mm x 762mm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acrylic on Canvas using Atelier Interactive Acrylic paints\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate Created:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e July 2026, Auckland, New Zealand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Note from Karena:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The inspiration for 'The Guardian' actually came from a spirit animal quiz my partner and I did. His result came back as a deer, so I decided to paint him in his animal form - which is why the stag has his blue eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wanted this piece to capture the natural qualities of a deer, but more importantly, I wanted it to represent kindness, strength, protection and empathy. The bright botanicals ground him in nature, but he is the true focal point, acting as a gentle guardian keeping a protective watch over those around him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMy hope is that this painting brings a safe, grounding presence into your home and reminds you that true strength is often found in quiet compassion and kindness.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal Artwork\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a one-of-a-kind original painting. The texture, brushwork, and subtle details of the painted surface can only be fully appreciated in person, making the original artwork a unique addition to any collection or space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Daisy Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53709614776683,"sku":null,"price":1299.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9246\/9099\/files\/theguardianoriginal1.jpg?v=1788426921","url":"https:\/\/www.karenacopestake.com\/products\/becoming-original-acrylic-painting-copy","provider":"Karena Copestake Artist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}