Behavior and movement of wasps are the inspiration for this pattern, originally illustrated in ink on paper by Fernanda Froes (Nina Write). The concept of swarm intelligence in the wasp colony is used by scientists as a base of study for artificial intelligence, the building of robots, and autonomous navigation.

Wasps are super intelligent social insects that live collaboratively and work as one system, like neurons in one brain. They have unique forms of communication, have a sophisticated navigation system, and work together to perform complex tasks such as finding food and new nests.

The aim of this work of art is to show how important it is for people to work cooperatively, while protecting and providing comfort to each individual. At the same time, it reveals how insignificant we are when we are disconnected and, finally illustrates how stronger we can be when we act socially connected. Powerful together, 2020.

    This shawl is hand-made in pure cashmere by Arrivals Gate. It is woven from ultra-soft and fleecy hair from the chest, neck, and underbelly of goats that live in high altitudes of the Himalayan Mountains.  It is very soft and lightweight. It takes days to produce this special shawl, and its purchase supports Nepalese communities.

Composition: 100% cashmere in diamond weave.

Color: Sand, silk-screen print in yellow, grey, and black.

Size: 47.2 x 47.2 in.

Made in Kathmandu, Nepal

Limited Edition of 100