On June 12th 2022, we saw smoke in the Dry Lake Hills from our folks’ house near Mt Elden Lookout Rd. By June 13th, what was being called, the “Pipeline Fire”, had spread to nearly 20,000 acres. Extremely dry conditions and high winds made any containment impossible. We watched in horror as our mountain literally went up in flames. Early in the morning on June 14th, the fire jumped the ridge between Fremont and Doyle and made its way down and into the Inner Basin.
I remember feeling overwhelmed with that existential dread ~ those moments when you realize how vulnerable we all are. And, I remembered that it was just that last monsoon season we had been up there in that magical mixed conifer forest with mushrooms and undergrowth galore.
As the fire jumped the ridge, I imagined the life of the mountain somehow knowing and sensing what was to come. I imagined the network of roots and trees and mycelia, all connected, sharing in one last breath together.
Original in private collection
Matted, signed and numbered archival prints available : 20×30″, 16×24″, 11×17″
or 5×7 art card with envelope
During events like these I am always in awe of and amazed by the efforts of all the fire fighters, first responders, pilots and medical teams. Thank You all!
Hi Erica, My family and I were on a summer 2002 GC trip with you and Dale (I brought the martini glasses in the ammo can!).
We like your “Pipeline Fire” print visually,
What is your pricing for the 3 different sizes? Dan Larsen
Hi Dan! 2002? That’s almost 20 years ago!! So- 20×30 is $280 ~ 16×24/$180 and 11×17/$95.
However, I am not taking orders right now as I am getting ready for a big trip- not the river- THEN the river which puts us at mid-July before I’m back in my studio. If you’re willing to wait, I am happy to make you one upon my return. You’ll have to remind me again too!
Hope you and your family are doing well! Have a great start to Summer! ~ Erica
Hey Dan! Was on this page responding to a few comments and I saw yours again. I just wanted to let you know I’m in my studio for the next 2 weeks if you’d like something shipped before Christmas. Hope all is well! Happy Holiday Season! ✨💫
Hello Erica!
I purchased “The Last Breath” from an art gallery in Flagstaff yesterday. It somehow spoke to me in an unexplainable way and I had to have it. I’ve been looking at your other prints and the beautiful descriptions of them all and just wanted to say thank you. You have a divine gift which is expressing itself through your art and your descriptions. You should consider making a book with all your art and their descriptions. It would be beautiful with a beautiful message for the world.
Peace beautiful soul,
Denise
Thank You Denise! I have considered making a book and have a few ideas. Funny how we keep “waiting” for just the “right time” to manifest our deeper potentials. I’m working on this! I so value comments like yours, truly… I store their positive affirmation in my heart, for those days when we especially need them to keep going. Blessings to you and yours and thank you for buying my art🙏💖💫
I am in Love with “The Last Breath”! I bought this from you at the Elk’s Lodge Christmas bazaar recently. I have it framed and hanging in an area near all my plants…it really adds a magical feeling to my space. Thank you Erica!
Barb Protiva
Thank You Barbara! It was great to see you~ have a wonderful and safe holiday season. 🙏💖💫