Moon Butterflies Between Distance and Desire drawing the viewer into the

drawing the viewer into the emotional inner world of the subject

Despite the ravages of war

The interplay between the vibrant dress and the dark surrounding palette creates a poignant visual narrative

it showcases the nationwide outdoor exhibition of Hold Still

significantly influencing the Western perception of Japan's visual aesthetics

Moon Butterflies Between Distance and Desire drawing the viewer into theGuy Allens Moon Butterflies, a large scale etching enhanced with hand applied gold leaf, reflects a rigorous process of research and preparation. The precise placement of each butterfly required considerable time and exacting attention to detail. In developing the work, Allen undertook in depth study of the subject, consulting a lepidopterist in Hertfordshire and spending a day at the Hermitage Museum in South East London to examine a range of