Synthetic Leopard Skin Is Becoming an Endangered Species – Limited Edition Artwork | Contemporary Wildlife Art | Mixed Media Collage

"Synthetic Leopard Skin Is Becoming an Endangered Species" – Limited Edition Leopard Artwork on Fine Art Paper | Contemporary Wildlife Photography | Mixed Media Collage
There’s so much plastic. In fact, you can explain to a leopard that its spots are rare, and that synthetic leopard skin is becoming an endangered species. But it will just look back at you—knowing you’re made of meat. After a while, it might kill you.
This mixed-media collage features a series of black-and-white photographs captured by the artist in South Africa in 2019. At the center, a powerful pair of leopards rest in tall grass—alert, wary, and utterly unconcerned with human attempts to categorize them. Around them, a grid of smaller images shows moments of stalking, play, and repose.
Hand-illustrated layers of paint and India ink, paired with handwritten text, create an unconventional composition that is at once meditative and irreverent. Rich washes of green, ochre, and indigo accent the monochrome images, blurring the line between documentary and visual essay.
This limited edition print offers a striking reflection on authenticity, survival, and the contradictions of our own consumption. It makes a compelling addition to any fine art collection, contemporary wildlife gallery, or conservation-minded space.

Title
Synthetic Leopard Skin Is Becoming an Endangered Species – South Africa 2019 – Limited Edition

Limited Edition Details
Edition Size: 100 total prints
Paper: Fine art archival photographic paper, acid-free and museum-quality
Ink: Archival pigment ink
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist
Certificate: Includes a Certificate of Authenticity
Finish: Un-matted and unframed

Available Sizes
18 × 13 in. — Borderless
24 × 18 in. — With ¼" white border
30 × 22 in. — With ¼" white border
36 × 26 in. — With ¼" white border
Please select your preferred size from the drop-down menu.

Shipping & Processing
Ships worldwide from California within 3–7 business days
Carefully packaged for safe delivery
Due to monitor differences, actual colors may vary slightly

About Edition Pricing
“Synthetic Leopard Skin Is Becoming an Endangered Species” is part of a strictly limited edition of 111 total prints across all sizes. Every work is created using museum-quality materials, including archival pigment inks and acid-free fine art photographic paper, to ensure longevity and preserve its integrity over time. As the edition progresses, pricing may be reviewed to reflect availability and sustained collector interest. This approach respects the value of each collector’s investment while maintaining the integrity of limited-edition fine art. If you have any questions about edition details, current availability, or pricing, I am always happy to help.

About the Artist
I began incorporating photographs into my work when I founded Costa Rica Natural Paper Co. in 1992, blending my love of photography with a passion for sustainable materials. Over the years, my process evolved into a kind of diaristic manifesto—a collection of visual essays layered with intuition, philosophy, travel, and current events.
The thrill of scavenging for paper scraps and repurposing them into my own canvas grew into an expedition of creativity. Each collage transforms the mundane into something extraordinary, capturing overlooked beauty and the urgency of remembrance.
Processed in my studio in California, each work embodies decades of dedication to craft, conservation, and visual storytelling.

Explore more of my work:
🌿 www.harryjohansing.com

🔒 All photographs and prints are copyrighted © Harry Johansing. Purchase does not transfer copyright or reproduction rights.