The National Cardiff 2019 (Show Edition)
| Headlining | The National |
| Supporting Act | Jenny Lewis |
| Tour Title | I Am Easy To Find Tour |
| Artist | Helen Kennedy* |
| Venue | Motorpoint Arena Cardiff |
| Type | Gig Poster |
| Technique | Screen print |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| 2019-12-09 | |
| Edition | /200 |
| Dimensions | 45.7 × 61.0 cm |
| Notes | ---- This was my first poster outside the states, so I wanted to be sure I was respectful of other cultures and customs. I did a ton of research on Cardiff the capital of Wales, which was fun because there was so much rich history and a lot to draw from (pun intended🤓). I came across this cool Welsh tradition called Mari Lywd, where a horse skull figure is carried from door to door by singing groups during the Christmas season. The ritual begins with the singing by the Mari Lwyd group at the door, soliciting both permission to sing and entry into the house, and issuing a challenge to the homeowners. The homeowners then respond with their own rhymes, in a fake battle to outwit the creature and prevent her from entering the house. The battle can continue for as long as the two parties wish, but once it's over, the Mari is let inside - as this brings the household good luck for the future year. The Mari and her procession are then given refreshments as the celebration continues inside before moving on to the next house. A SEASONAL TRADITION WITH HORSE SKULLS, how could I not draw it! |
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