{"product_id":"toxic-friends","title":"Toxic Friends","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis print is from an original work by Witch Hazel Art and is available in two sizes, small 5 x 7 or large 8 x 10 inches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa is the artist behind Witch Hazel Art, a mixed-media creative practice inspired by classic botanical illustration, natural history, magic, and folklore. A self-taught artist and maker based in Waterloo, Melissa is deeply connected to nature, which shapes both her creative work and her presence. She is an inspiration and a breath of fresh air to those who meet her, bringing a grounded, thoughtful energy to all that she creates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWitch Hazel Art was established during the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic as Melissa’s response to finding connection, comfort, and security in the natural world. Her practice became a therapeutic outlet for navigating anxiety and overwhelm, while also inviting a much-needed sense of slowness, reflection, and care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorking primarily in watercolour, Melissa embraces a medium that encourages patience, surrender, and openness to unexpected outcomes. She believes that some of the most beautiful work emerges through play, experimentation, and allowing space for mistakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMelissa also teaches\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWatercolour for Wellness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith the City of Kitchener. She sees her creative practice as a powerful tool for self-expression, storytelling, self-care, and community building.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit the KO Yoga Pop-up Market to take home a print or an original piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow her on Instagram\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/_witchhazelart_\/\"\u003e@_Witchhazelart_\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Witch Hazel Art","offers":[{"title":"S","offer_id":51184650289467,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":51184650322235,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0949\/8686\/2907\/files\/IMG_5179.jpg?v=1776711613","url":"https:\/\/ko-yoga-company.myshopify.com\/products\/toxic-friends","provider":"KO Yoga Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}