{"title":"The Guardians","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"fire-guardian","title":"Fire guardian","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the first piece in my series of protective guardian faces. Inspired by tribal masks, these bold, striking figures may appear intimidating—but they are protectors. Their purpose is to repel negative energy and stand guard over you, your loved ones, and your\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Fire Guardian 734” was created in a deeply immersive moment. While listening to Juice WRLD – 734, I invited that energy into my space and allowed it to guide the process. With pyramid-scented incense burning, a cold Speight’s Summit Ultra in hand, and a fully open creative flow, this piece came to life organically and intuitively.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery layer reflects that moment—raw, expressive, and charged with intention.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luca De-Andrad Odgers Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63395797696881,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/1414\/6417\/files\/38D562E9-A192-4B0C-B18B-568705C9AD3F.jpg?v=1775459323"},{"product_id":"resurrection-guardian","title":"Resurrection Guardian","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exclusive original piece represents the Guardian of Resurrection within my ongoing series of protective faces. Carrying a deeply sacred energy, this guardian is here to guide you through times of transformation, change, and rebirth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmbodied within this figure is a balance of both masculine and feminine forces—strength and softness, power and intuition. The Resurrection Guardian supports you through life’s transitions, offering resilience, protection, and clarity. It works to ward off negative influences while allowing only positive, supportive energy into your life and space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThough its appearance may seem intense or confronting at first, this guardian is a powerful ally—a constant presence watching over you, protecting and guiding you forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece was created in a space of divine love, healing, guidance, and protection. Surrounded by open green fields, with cows quietly observing from nearby paddocks, the process was grounded and connected to the land. With sage burning and music flowing through the space, every layer of paint carries intention, energy, and spirit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is more than a painting—it’s a companion for your journey of growth and renewal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luca De-Andrad Odgers Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63395800744305,"sku":null,"price":3000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/1414\/6417\/files\/D6FE8D2D-3161-4F05-BE01-C021B5A32151.jpg?v=1775459323"},{"product_id":"river-guardian","title":"River Guardian","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e*This artwork is very exclusive as it’s the original and origin of The Metal Snake logo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe River Guardian embodies the art of going with the flow of life—guiding you to discover your passion and enter a true state of flow. She teaches you to move with life’s currents, to embrace ease and presence. Yet, when the path becomes too effortless, she gently challenges you—encouraging you to swim against the current, to grow, to strive, and to shape your own destiny.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike others in this series, the River Guardian is also a protective force, warding off negative energy and holding space for clarity and renewal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is my favourite piece in the series. Its colours are both soothing and invigorating, capturing a balance between calm and vitality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in my art lab under the watchful presence of Wairere Falls, where her rivers run like veins through the countryside, this work carries the essence of its environment. The wind moved freely through the open garage doors, sage burned in quiet ritual, crystals were placed with intention, and my fox terriers played nearby—each element contributing to the energy within the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis exclusive original artwork is more than an image—it is a tangible moment in time. Life’s essence runs through the veins of the paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Luca De-Andrad Odgers Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63395801432433,"sku":null,"price":8000.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/1414\/6417\/files\/DC93DB70-88F5-4AC2-BD1F-65E629BBF9F7.jpg?v=1775459323"}],"url":"https:\/\/themetalsnake.com\/collections\/the-guardians.oembed","provider":"Luca De-Andrad Odgers Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}