THE YEAR OF THE DRAGON - 2024
Hi there, my name is Carne and I am an Artist and illustrator working from the south coast of the UK. I mainly paint in inks and teas which create a harmonious palette and my work focuses on portraiture, animals, the natural world and it's relation to the human condition.
For this year's 'make one hundred' project on Kickstarter I am celebrating the Chinese Year of the Dragon, with a set of 12 Prints, 1 each for the 12 Years of the Zodiac cycle. Each print is created from an original painting made by hand in inks teas and goldleaf.
More information about how you can back the project and receive a print through kickstarter via the link below.
1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024.
The most famous of the Chinese Zodiac animals, the Dragon is strong and independent and is a great leader yet will seek support and reassurance from others. Can sometimes be eccentric but very passionate and have abundant health. The Dragon is compatible with the Monkey or Rat but try to avoid the Dog.
The most famous of the Chinese Zodiac animals, the Dragon is strong and independent and is a great leader yet will seek support and reassurance from others. Can sometimes be eccentric but very passionate and have abundant health. The Dragon is compatible with the Monkey or Rat but try to avoid the Dog.
Year of the Ox
1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021.
The Ox is bright, patient and inspiring to others. This strong sign of the calendar is happy to be by themselves, yet can make an outstanding friend and companion. Look for the Snake or Chicken for good compatibility but try to avoid the Goat, who could bring trouble!
The Ox is bright, patient and inspiring to others. This strong sign of the calendar is happy to be by themselves, yet can make an outstanding friend and companion. Look for the Snake or Chicken for good compatibility but try to avoid the Goat, who could bring trouble!
Year of the Rat
1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020.
The Rat is ambitious and honest. Prone to spending freely, they seldom make lasting relationships unfortunately! They are most compatible with Dragons and Monkeys but least compatible with the Horse. But Year Of The Ox is a good year for the Rat!
The Rat is ambitious and honest. Prone to spending freely, they seldom make lasting relationships unfortunately! They are most compatible with Dragons and Monkeys but least compatible with the Horse. But Year Of The Ox is a good year for the Rat!
Year of the Dog
1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018.
Both loyal and honest, the Dog works well with others. This character can be lazy at times but will always be looking for the next adventure or challenge. A mix of traits will mean the Dog is very generous but can be stubborn and selfish at the same time! Quick witted and candid, the Dog is compatible with the Horse and Tiger but beware of the Dragon!
Both loyal and honest, the Dog works well with others. This character can be lazy at times but will always be looking for the next adventure or challenge. A mix of traits will mean the Dog is very generous but can be stubborn and selfish at the same time! Quick witted and candid, the Dog is compatible with the Horse and Tiger but beware of the Dragon!
Year of the Monkey
1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016.
This mischievous sign of the Chinese Zodiac is very intelligent and a great influencer of people. The Monkey is an enthusiastic achiever and quick learner but is easily distracted and confused plus can be readily discouraged when the going gets tough. Very sociable and witty making this sign well loved - but be careful if you turn your back on this character! The Monkey needs to avoid the Tiger but seek out the Rat or the Dragon for happiness.
This mischievous sign of the Chinese Zodiac is very intelligent and a great influencer of people. The Monkey is an enthusiastic achiever and quick learner but is easily distracted and confused plus can be readily discouraged when the going gets tough. Very sociable and witty making this sign well loved - but be careful if you turn your back on this character! The Monkey needs to avoid the Tiger but seek out the Rat or the Dragon for happiness.
Year of the Rabbit
1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023.
The luckiest of all signs in the Chinese calendar. The Rabbit is talented and articulate, affectionate yet shy. This clever sign of the Chinese Zodiac seeks peace throughout life. The Jade Rabbit is a main character in the story of the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Compatible with the Goat or the Pig but the opposite sign to the Chicken.
The luckiest of all signs in the Chinese calendar. The Rabbit is talented and articulate, affectionate yet shy. This clever sign of the Chinese Zodiac seeks peace throughout life. The Jade Rabbit is a main character in the story of the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival. Compatible with the Goat or the Pig but the opposite sign to the Chicken.
Year of the Snake
1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013.
The Snake is wise and very intense with a tendency towards physical beauty. This member of the Chinese zodiac can often be vain with a fiery temperament. The Snake has different meanings for different parts of Chinese culture, with some believing the Snake is a strong protector whilst others believe it can be untrustworthy. Look for the Chicken or the Ox for happiness. The Pig is your enemy.
Year of the Goat
1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015.
This timid sign of the Chinese Calendar prefers anonymity to standing out from the crowd. The Goat is elegant and creative, compassionate and amicable. They will avoid confrontation, where possible, and their natural insecurity will drive them to look for protection and love. Most compatible with the Pig and Rabbit but never the Ox so be careful this year!
This timid sign of the Chinese Calendar prefers anonymity to standing out from the crowd. The Goat is elegant and creative, compassionate and amicable. They will avoid confrontation, where possible, and their natural insecurity will drive them to look for protection and love. Most compatible with the Pig and Rabbit but never the Ox so be careful this year!
Year of the Horse
1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014.
The Horse is popular and is very attractive to others. This Chinese calendar sign is often ostentatious and impatient. Despite these traits, this lively character is considered to be warm-hearted and enthusiastic.
The Horse needs to be with people and does not like to be alone. Compatible with the Tiger or the Dog but never the Rat.
The Horse is popular and is very attractive to others. This Chinese calendar sign is often ostentatious and impatient. Despite these traits, this lively character is considered to be warm-hearted and enthusiastic.
The Horse needs to be with people and does not like to be alone. Compatible with the Tiger or the Dog but never the Rat.
Year of the Rooster
1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017.
The Chicken or Rooster is a pioneer in spirit and is devoted to work, with a great thirst for knowledge. This focus on work and knowledge can mean that this character is often seen as selfish and eccentric. Chickens are often blessed with physical beauty and will usually be the best dressed in the room and will want to be noticed. The Rabbit can bring trouble for the Chicken but the Snake and the Ox can be lifelong friends.
Year of the Tiger
1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022.
The Tiger has a mixture of traits and can be aggressive, courageous, candid and sensitive all at the same time! A Chinese symbol of power and often compared with emperors and kings. Find the Horse or the Dog for happiness but beware of the mischievous Monkey.
The Tiger has a mixture of traits and can be aggressive, courageous, candid and sensitive all at the same time! A Chinese symbol of power and often compared with emperors and kings. Find the Horse or the Dog for happiness but beware of the mischievous Monkey.
Year of the Pig
1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019.
Noble and considerate, the Pig is a symbol of luck and wealth in Chinese culture. This sign of the Chinese Zodiac will have lifelong friends but unfortunately be prone to marital strife! The Pig is considered to be sincere and genuine with a warm heart which means that this character is well liked and loved. Well, except by their partners! The Pig needs to avoid other Pigs but look to the Rabbit and the Goat for friendship.
