Open Gate Print

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J. R. R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of The Rings series, was often accused of writing fairy tales that were nothing more than the escapist’s way out of this so-called real world. He countered that it depended on that from which one is escaping. “We view the flight of the deserter and the escape of a prisoner very differently. Why should a man be scorned if, finding himself in prison, he tries to get out and go home?”

Exactly.

Paying bills, upholding responsibility, and making hard decisions; these are important and necessary hallmarks of adult life. But the deep-down person we were when we were kids is much closer to the real us than the version the world usually sees. Adultitis and the rules that don’t exist have imprisoned us from being our true selves: passionate, playful, and curious creatures who dream big dreams and are filled with faith, hope, and love.

We’re not about shirking responsibilities or ignoring reality. We’re just trying to get back home.

product details

This colorful artwork by Jason Kotecki comes in a variety of sizes.

16"x20" Gallery Canvas. The fade-resistant canvas print is sure to make a statement in any space. It's a durable, satin-finished canvas hand-stretched on locally sourced wood frames. It features archival inks, black edges, and comes ready to hang.

11"x14" Print. Make a statement in any room with this beautiful reproduction printed on high-quality paper, with a partly glossy, partly matte finish. Also available framed in white, black, or red oak.

• 10 mil (0.25 mm) thick paper
• Paper weight: 260 g/m²
• Slightly glossy, fingerprint-resistant
• Optional .75” (1.9 cm) thick wood frame
• Acrylite front protector
• Hanging hardware included

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!