{"product_id":"blue-monarch","title":"Blue Monarch","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eMy paintings start with a pencil sketch followed by layers of watercolor until the saturation and tones are where I want them… and then comes the India Ink. Sometimes I can spend as many hours at this stage as I did in the painting itself. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp class=\"\" data-rte-preserve-empty=\"true\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-rte-list=\"default\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eCanvas Prints are printed on high-quality, heavyweight canvas and stretched onto a sturdy, 1½ inch, pine wood frame, ready for hanging. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-small\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eGiclee Fine Art Prints are printed on low texture Hahnemühle Bamboo 290, 100% archival fine art paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2 style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eBlue Monarch\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp class=\"sqsrte-large\" style=\"white-space:pre-wrap;\"\u003eImagine a sky painted with delicate strokes of azure and sapphire, where a creature of ethereal beauty dances gracefully - that's the Blue Monarch Butterfly for you! These mesmerizing butterflies are like living gems, with wings adorned in the most breathtaking shades of blue.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eDespite their name, Blue Monarchs aren't exactly related to the famous orange Monarchs that we all know and love. They belong to the Papilionidae family, which includes swallowtail butterflies. So, while they share the regal title, they're more like distant cousins than immediate family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eWhat makes these fluttering beauties so special? Well, for starters, they're quite the globe-trotters! Just like their orange counterparts, Blue Monarchs embark on incredible migration journeys, traveling thousands of miles to escape harsh winters or find the perfect spot to lay their eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eBut here's where it gets even more fascinating: while the classic Monarchs are renowned for their epic journey from North America to Mexico, Blue Monarchs have their own version of wanderlust. They're often found fluttering across South and Central America, gracing the skies with their radiant blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eNow, let's talk about their wings! Picture delicate petals of a rare flower, infused with shimmering hues of cobalt and turquoise. The intricate patterns on their wings aren't just for show; they actually serve as a form of protection. These patterns can confuse predators or signal that they're not the tastiest snack on the menu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eAnd here's a fun fact: Did you know that butterflies taste with their feet? It might sound strange, but those dainty little feet are equipped with taste receptors that help them identify their favorite nectar-rich flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:start;white-space:pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eSo, next time you catch a glimpse of a Blue Monarch gracefully flitting by, take a moment to appreciate the magic of nature's brushstrokes and the remarkable journey of these winged wanderers. After all, there's something truly enchanting about a creature that can turn the sky into a canvas of blue!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WaterPlusInk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52211827867947,"sku":"SQSPVEA7140","price":701.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/waterplusink-2.myshopify.com\/products\/blue-monarch","provider":"WaterPlusInk Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}