{"product_id":"sunny-side-up-ii","title":"SUNNY SIDE UP! II","description":"\u003col start=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Acrylic on Canvas board\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: L20cm xW20cm unframed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSunny Side Up II\u003c\/em\u003e is a meditation on the labor behind the illusion. In this second half of the series, the focus shifts from chasing a feeling to accepting the reality of the process. The composition is split: the lower half shows a figure who appears \"Instagram-ready\"calm, composed, and basked in sunlight. The top half, however, reveals the truth the frenetic energy of splashing water as she pedals beneath the surface to maintain the shot. It is a visual metaphor for the silent work we do to appear effortless. By letting go of the need to control the outcome, this piece became exactly what it needed to be: an honest reflection on the duality of modern existence and the strength found in the \"underwater\" struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA witty, vibrant exploration of the effort behind the ease.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refreshing, honest, and rhythmically energetic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Impact:\u003c\/strong\u003e A perfect conversation starter that balances aesthetic beauty with a raw, relatable truth about self-presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Long-Term Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Journey:\u003c\/strong\u003e Your original will be wrapped in archival glassine and shipped flat in a reinforced, puncture-resistant mailer. I use tracked and insured shipping from London to ensure the \"splash\" of this piece arrives intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Please allow \u003cstrong\u003e5–7 business days\u003c\/strong\u003e for me to pack and prepare the work for its transition to you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-Term Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreserving the Blues:\u003c\/strong\u003e To keep the vibrant water tones and summer oranges from losing their saturation, display this piece in a space with indirect light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStable Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e As a canvas board, it is sensitive to moisture. Ensure it is hung in a room with stable temperature and humidity (avoiding bathrooms or areas near radiators) to prevent the board from bowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a soft, dry brush to whisk away dust. \u003cstrong\u003eAvoid all liquids, damp cloths, or cleaning sprays\u003c\/strong\u003e, as moisture can disturb the chemical bond of the textured paint layers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1\"\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 8f341b6f-3175-4dc5-b6d9-4bd5e1dd3d04 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3,1\"\u003eAll artwork is the exclusive copyright of Esther Oluka. The purchase of any original painting or print does not transfer copyright or permit any commercial or promotional reproduction. All rights are reserved and protected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- notionvc: 7dc4ad58-0586-44e2-9706-d0e4cc599da7 --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Akello Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55458800140673,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/8660\/4929\/files\/SUNNY__SIDE_UP___II.png?v=1774274943","url":"https:\/\/akellostudio.com\/products\/sunny-side-up-ii","provider":"Akello Studio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}