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Mushroom Mother of Us All 1000-Piece Afrofuturist Art Puzzle from the Paul Lewin Series
Mushroom Mother of Us All 1000-Piece Afrofuturist Art Puzzle from the Paul Lewin Series
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Puzzle Details
- 1000-piece ribbon-cut jigsaw puzzle
- Finished size: 19.7” x 27.6”
- Includes a printed reference image
- Packaged in a sturdy and giftable box
Eco-Friendly Packaging
- Made with on 100% recycled blue puzzle board
- Printed with eco-friendly inks
- Sustainably sourced, 10” x 9” x 2” giftable box featuring the original art
- Puzzle pieces are packed in a reusable, resealable bag
- Made in a factory that holds environmental and social production certifications
Why You Will Love It
- Features original artwork by internationally acclaimed painter Paul Lewin
- Pays tribute to Jamaican heritage, nature, and ancestral symbolism
- A beautiful way to experience Afrofuturism, Caribbean folklore, and surrealist storytelling
- Frame-worthy when completed
- Ideal for collectors of contemporary art and Black artists' work
- Supports independent artists and small-scale manufacturing
- A mindful, screen-free creative activity
About the Puzzle
Hummingbird Spirit is one of four puzzles in the Paul Lewin Series and reflects the artist’s deep connection to heritage, the natural world, and dreamlike visual language. Measuring 19.7” x 27.6”, this 1000-piece puzzle brings together richly detailed patterns, earthy tones, and spiritual motifs that blend Afrofuturism with Caribbean folklore.
The hummingbird, the national bird of Jamaica, serves as a focal point in this piece, honoring the ancestral reverence for nature, science, and interconnected life. As a symbol of resilience and energy, the hummingbird links the past with the present and imagination with memory.
Whether you are a longtime fan of Paul Lewin or newly discovering his work, this puzzle offers a window into an extraordinary artistic voice.
The Paul Lewin Series also includes:
About the Artist: Paul Lewin
Paul Lewin is a Jamaican-born artist who developed an early interest in art and culture during his Miami area childhood. His work is a vivid fusion of Caribbean folklore, surrealism, and Afrofuturist storytelling.
From 2008 to 2017, Lewin was a worker-owner at Rainbow Grocery in San Francisco, where he was deeply influenced by the vibrant mural culture and the spirit of community in both Oakland and San Francisco.
His art has been featured on four of Octavia Butler’s novel covers and has earned him nominations for both the World Fantasy Award and the Hugo Award. He has exhibited widely, including three solo shows at Betti Ono Gallery in Oakland.
Lewin maintains a thriving retail business through his website and actively shares his artwork with an engaged audience on Instagram.
Nature has been an important part of my work since I created the Caribbean folklore series. The hummingbird is the national bird of Jamaica, my home country, so it is a wonderful way for me to pay homage to the profound respect my ancestors held for nature, science, the dream world, and the interconnectedness of all living beings.
Paul has an active Instagram presence and retail business on his website.
Artist Statement Highlights
- Began drawing at age five, inspired by sci-fi, animation, and ancient civilizations
- His father’s love of woodworking, science, and nature helped shape his early creativity
- Immersed himself in mural and public art culture during his time in San Francisco
- Launched his Caribbean folklore series in 2011
- The hummingbird, a recurring motif in his work, symbolizes ancestral guidance, nature, and the dream world
- His art reflects a deep belief in the interconnectedness of all living beings
