WHALE SHARK · A4 21x29,7cm (8.3 x 11.7 inch) *Fine art print
 
Original ink pen drawing created in 2023
Size: A4 21x29,7cm (8.3 x 11.7 inch)
Material: 250 grs fine grain Daler Rowney 
Technique: Indigraph ink pen and watercolor
 
I drew the original on commission for a surfboard (see photos). There surrounded by jellyfish, just like in the sea.
 
For the people of Balikukup, whale sharks are known as Hiu Mbok or Hiu Nenek, meaning grandma’s shark. The name comes from the local belief that a whale shark embodies a kind-hearted grandmother spirit. If local fishers encounter a whale shark on one of their trips, they see it as a sign of good fortune and prosperity.


I like the symbolism story above! 💙🌝✨🌊