Description:

"Sloth Going Home” was designed, carved, and printed by Derrick and

Priyanka. A linocut print is made by: first, hand-carving a design into

linoleum mounted on a block of wood; second, inking the linoleum; and

finally, pressing the block onto a printable surface. This print was made as

a reflection on the illegal exotic pet trade, which has been targeting sloths.

The artists challenged themselves to manipulate positive and negative

space in order to juxtapose the sterility of captivity with the biodiversity of

the lush rainforest. The piece highlights the autonomy of the subject

liberating herself.

About the artists:

Friends Derrick and Priyanka are exploring artistic expression

through linocut printmaking in the San Francisco Bay Area. Both share

a passion for the environment, wildlife, and the arts. In addition to working

on environmental clean up projects professionally, Derrick is a singer,

songwriter and aspiring fashion designer. Priyanka works with

communities on environmental health issues and enjoys dancing, painting,

photography, and volunteering for Wildlife SOS.