“Following the Leader” Giclée Print – 8×10
A Poetic Journey Through Nordic Landscapes
This enchanting giclée print by Minnesota artist Rachael Koppendrayer features a procession of Dala horses and Norwegian Fjords, rendered in colored pencil with folkloric charm. The scene evokes themes of trust, imagination, and adventure, rooted in Scandinavian tradition and childhood wonder.
Product Details
- Title: “Following the Leader”
- Artist: Rachael Koppendrayer
- Medium: Giclée print of original colored pencil drawing
- Size: 8×10 inches (matted to fit 11×14 frame)
- Material: Certified archival cotton rag paper
- Packaging: Includes white acid-free mat and protective sleeve
- Extras: Story of the artwork included with purchase
- Origin: Made in Minnesota, USA
Story
Come rain, come sun, come wind, come snow—
We’ll follow our leader where’er she may go.
O’er hill, o’er rock, o’er rippling stream,
We’ll follow our leader where’er she may dream.
For her dreams are like birds to which new worlds have flown,
Leading to wonders we elsewise would never have known.
Cultural Note
The Dala horse is a cherished symbol of Swedish heritage, representing strength, loyalty, and joy. Paired with the Norwegian Fjord, an equally iconic breed known for its resilience, this artwork celebrates the spirit of Nordic exploration and the beauty of following dreams across familiar and imagined landscapes.
