Home Invasion

The Home Invasion clothing collection by OBEYEBO draws its inspiration from the powerful imagery and personal story behind a painting by Philip Slagter, created in Montana. This captivating piece of art, measuring 50” x 72”, was painted in acrylic on canvas and tells a tale of nature's persistence and the surprising consequences of sharing a space with wildlife.

At the heart of the painting is a dramatic depiction of two flickers—beautiful yet formidable woodpeckers—who have taken over a treehouse perched high on a decaying trunk. The scene is set against a vivid blue sky, filled with fluffy clouds, evoking a sense of openness and freedom. The flickers, with their sharp beaks and striking plumage, appear almost larger than life as they dominate the landscape. A bluebird and a butterfly are also part of the scene, adding to the sense of a thriving, untamed environment.

The artist, Philip Slagter, captures not just the physical beauty of these birds but also their invasive nature. The flickers represent the untamable force of nature—despite the human-made structure they inhabit, they continue to assert their dominance, drilling holes and leaving their mark. The inspiration for this artwork comes from Slagter's personal experience of living in Montana, where these flickers bored 38 holes into his home during his first year of ownership. The painting thus reflects a collision between the natural world and human habitation, a struggle for space and survival.

When you wear the Home Invasion collection by OBEYEBO, you're not just wearing clothing—you're wearing a story of resilience, the power of nature, and the beauty of unexpected encounters. The collection encourages the wearer to embody the spirit of the flickers: bold, unapologetic, and unforgettable. It's a celebration of art, nature, and fashion, intertwined in a way that allows you to carry a piece of Montana's wild spirit with you, wherever you go.