Today’s Society6 artwork by Tyler Elise incorporates a familiar phrase to any one in the Twin Peaks community – Fire Walk With Me. It has appeared as a tattoo, on a slip of paper, and as part of the title from David Lynch’s 1992 film Twin Peaks – Fire Walk With Me. Here’s a brief look at how these iconic words inspired Tyler’s artwork.
JUNE 11 – TYLER ELISE
Tyler’s stylized artwork features this key phrase first seen in the Pilot Episode more than 30 years ago.
FIRE WALK WITH ME
In the Pilot, Special Agent Cooper and Sheriff Harry Truman visit an abandoned train car which served as the spot where Laura Palmer was killed. They discover a note with the words “Fire Walk With Me” at the base of a mound of dirt containing half of a gold-heart necklace.
We later learn that this phrase is part of a poem first uttered by Mike, the One Armed Man. We see this either at the end of the International Pilot or in Episode 1002 during Agent Cooper’s dream.
“Through the darkness of future’s past, the magician longs to see. One chants out between two worlds, ‘Fire Walk With Me.’”
Killer Bob had the phrase tattooed on his left arm, which is best seen in the International Pilot ending when he waits for Cooper and Truman to arrive.
This phrase will continue to be heard throughout the series and feature film. Looks like I’ll need to write a separate article about such things.
THE PRODUCTS
Tyler’s simple graphic design works perfectly on a number of Society6 products including a coffee mug, tote bag, t-shirt and framed print.
THE ARTIST
Tyler is a Boston based Designer & Illustrator who loves recreation, learning new things and her cat-dog Morty. She’s also the “Like a Girl” zine creator and curator. Lover of recreation, learning new things, and her cat-dog Morty. Tyler’s other works include “Remaining Afloat” for AIGA Eye on Design No. 161 , “The Art of Letting Go” for Zone 3 Art In Print. She has a Dribble page, Instagram account (@Tyler_Elise) and a shop on Society6.
30-DAY COUNTDOWN
In June 2020, SHOWTIME® and Society6 are celebrating the 30th anniversary of the cult-favorite series with a special collection of art inspired by the dark and mysterious world created by Mark Frost and David Lynch. Society6 will release 1 new artwork daily for 30 days.
Check back every day for a brand new Twin Peaks-inspired designs.
