"The Good Stuff" Stretched Canvas Print
The Good Stuff
Pyrography and Oil on Wood Panel
Part of the Sweet Season series
The Good Stuff reflects the intimate beauty and luxury of breastfeeding—an act both ordinary and miraculous, deeply personal yet universally resonant. This piece belongs to the body of work Sweet Season, which explores the journey of motherhood and the layered sweetness it carries.
In this work, the oyster shell cradling a pool of milk becomes a vessel of life, echoing the natural abundance and timeless role of the mother’s body as a source of nourishment. The shell, with its rough and iridescent edges, symbolizes both protection and preciousness—its hollow center holding “the good stuff,” the sustaining gift passed from mother to child.
Beside it, the ice cream cone stands as a tender metaphor for the infant’s gaze: to the nursing child, the mother is as refreshing and perfect as a vanilla ice cream cone on a warm day. Sweet, comforting, and life-giving, the cone embodies not only nourishment but also joy, lightness, and delight.
The juxtaposition of the shell bowl of milk and the cone of ice cream invites us to see breastfeeding through the child’s eyes—not only as survival, but as a luxury, a treasure, and an act of love. The imagery speaks to the magical bond forged in those quiet moments: the mother as the light of her child’s life, a source of sweetness and security in a season that, though fleeting, shapes them both forever.
Fine Art Stretched Canvas Details
18" x 24"
Ready-to-Hang Canvas
Mounted over sturdy 1.5" deep stretcher bars, with neatly finished solid-colored sides to complement the artwork. Designed to be displayed unframed or placed in a floater frame. A wire hanger is installed on the back for easy wall mounting, and a picture hanger is included (two for very large sizes).
Matte Canvas
Printed on a bright white, poly-cotton blend true-matte canvas with a refined texture and consistent weave. This 19 mil, scratch-resistant surface delivers vibrant color, deep blacks, and exceptional detail using advanced giclée printing technology. The matte finish reduces glare and enhances the painterly quality of the image.
Archival Quality
Certified archival and acid-free, each canvas is produced with pigment-based inks for long-lasting beauty and resistance to fading. The open-back design allows the canvas to breathe, helping to prevent mold and mildew over time.
Presentation & Craftsmanship
A canvas-like matte tape is applied to the back to hide staples for a clean, gallery-worthy look. This combination of durability, fine texture, and vibrant color makes each piece a lasting work of art—ready to be collected, displayed, and cherished.