More than the execution or the technique, I look to see if the archetypal symbolism of such an image works. It does very well, expertly weaving images of the classic four elements, yin/yang, light/darkness, sun/moon, male/female, etc. What makes it really stand out is the sheer amount of comic whimsy and lyrical assymetry going on here. Abstractly, the sun, forest, and sky creates a bean seed like image of fecundity in the loamy, rich umber of the main background color. I resist saying but this is indeed like Dr. Seuss for mature audiences. There are hints of exotic sexuality but they are kept very subtle. It makes me wonder what the androgynous horned god-like nature spirit on the left is discussing with the phlegmatic and bemused mother spirit on the Seussian toadstool. THe colors are bright but not loud and are a perfect example of what mid-tone and dark, subdued colors can do. The brightest being the mustard yellow of the glyph-tentacled sun doesn't overpower and lends the sole contrast from which the harmony of the whole piece radiates. This is fun and deep, like a They Might Be Giants song! Bravo!