Artwork Description
Reproduction of Reindeer V by Wild Apple Portfolio
"Reindeer V" by the Wild Apple Portfolio presents a whimsical and anthropomorphic narrative rendered in a meticulously detailed illustrative style, characteristic of contemporary narrative art. The piece embodies a playful subversion of traditional iconography, reimagining the reindeer—a figure historically tied to myth, winter, and the natural world—as a heroic, celebratory figure. The central subject is a reindeer standing in a dynamic, confident pose, its body elongated and humanized to suggest agency and personality. Its posture—arm extended in a commanding gesture, one hand on hip—conveys a sense of leadership, triumph, or performance, suggesting a character poised on the cusp of a grand declaration. The reindeer is adorned in a richly textured, hand-knitted red sweater, its intricate cable-knit pattern rendered with a precision that speaks to both craftsmanship and narrative intent. The garment, resembling a superhero’s costume, is embellished with a golden star emblazoned with the letter "C," a subtle nod to the character’s name, "Comet," inscribed in delicate cursive script at the lower right. This detail suggests a personalization of the figure, aligning it with themes of identity, myth, and individuality. The sweater’s voluminous drape and the inclusion of a flowing cape further amplify the heroic quality, evoking the stylized costumes of mid-century comic book protagonists. The artistic technique is grounded in a soft, watercolor-like palette with fine line work, likely achieved through a combination of colored pencil or digital illustration mimicking traditional media. The coloration is warm and inviting, with the deep red of the sweater contrasting against the pale, off-white background, drawing the viewer’s eye to the central figure. The reindeer’s form is rendered with naturalistic attention to anatomy—its slender limbs, delicate antlers, and expressive face—all imbued with a gentle, almost childlike charm that softens the heroic posture into something tenderFor more art by Wild Apple Portfolio click here.
Decorus Art is an authorized licensee of Wild Apple Graphics. All artwork is printed in-house and fulfilled directly from our U.S. studio.
Part Number: 103519h
SID13587
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Material Details
1. Print on Demand Canvas
2. Print on Demand Poster Paper
3. Print on Demand Fine Art
Bleed and Trimming Information
- Bleed Information (canvas only): 3-inch mirrored bleed included. Reach out to us for other options.
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We include a small trim border around each print with order and copyright details. If you'd prefer your image printed right to the edge (no border), just let us know in the “Order Notes” section for that item.
Print on Demand Specific Information
All our prints are Print on Demand prints arrive ROLLED. They are rolled in protective glassine paper and inserted into a plastic sleeve. The art is then placed in a tube with secured end caps and placed inside a box for extra protection. These are NOT finished or framed Art pieces unless specified as such.
All sizes are specified in inches.
Canvas prints come standard with a 3" mirror bleed to allow for gallery stretching. If a different bleed or type of bleed is required please contact us before placing your order or add the request to the Notes section before adding it to your cart.
