Roll of the Dice
The roll of the dice determines our DNA sequence and its ability to frame the totality of our physical presentation and our individual essence. Three sisters perspective of the world influenced by the puzzle that was assembled with just a roll of the dice. 5' x 3'
Letting Go
Take a deep breath........and let it go.
Finding Center
Title: Finding Center 36"x 36" Finding center......that place of peace and grounding, the authentic reservoir from which we draw our essence.
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Learning curve...
This was built using the coil method from the ground up. I need practice....I learned a lot about proportions textures and clay versatility. I need a critique so feel free to chime in. From my perspective the head is too large, the hands look arthritic, in general it needs to be taller and thinner etc...etc...etc...It's about 23 inches tall. So much to learn....uuuggg!
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What do WE know?
What do WE know? This is a collection of women, confident in their ability to recognize truth and having the courage to claim it.
Gaia- Earth Mother
Gaia- Earth Mother “ The earth is what we all have in common” it is the tether that holds us together. It will be our home, until it is not. The universe doesn't care what we do to it, what we destroy, what we waste. We are the keepers of our future and only we can save ourselves.
Blue...
Blue-- I know who I am from the acknowledgement of my favorite color to accepting the complex structure of my lived experiences, I know what I feel and what I need. This is my truth...... what are you pretending not to know?
Astraea....Enlightened innocence
Astraea......Enlightened innocence Astraea is a Latinized form of the Greek aster meaning "star". Astraea was a Greek goddess of innocence and justice. After wickedness took root in the world she left the earth and became the constellation Virgo.
Hypatia... I wonder?
Hypatia...... I wonder? Hypatia of ancient Alexandria circa 350-415 studied and taught philosophy, mathematics, and astronomy.She has been followed throughout the ages by women who continue her work and exemplify her courage and thirst for truth and knowledge.
"Reserve your right to think, for even to think wrongly is better than not to think at all." - Hypatia
Finishing Bisqueware
I really don't know enough about the glazing process to be confident in finishing my first bisque fired pieces. I decided to paint a couple and see how that turns out. I think it's ok...... but, I'm hoping to figure out glazing soon. What do you think?
Mythical creature
A new technique to building a bust! Coiling from the ground up. This experience was like trying to stand on my head underwater. It's possible but not easy..... very counter intuitive from anything I have ever done. Not my favorite technique but I learned a lot.
Polymer Fancy
A play day just having fun.....
Metal headdress evolves
She just appeared ...... sometimes I don't know when it's going to happen, but I just keep going until the figure awakens.
Metal Head Sculpture 4
Not sure where this is going..... but, I'm hoping to be able to add interesting features with found objects. Wish me luck?
Curls Sculpture 3
Adding hair to a sculpture is kind of tricky. This bust was hollowed out before the hair was added because I knew the curls would not add too much to the overall thickness of the head and I didn't want to disturb the curls by slicing through them. The curls were randomly added and it was a little scary to do but really fun too.
Lots to Learn.. Sculpture 2
There is so much to learn about the human head..... the skull, muscles, different planes etc. Facial expressions are a challenge too, along with adding texture to add interest and all of the incredible properties and limitations of ceramic clay. It's very exciting to be stretching into another art medium.
Tiara Sculpture
I've been nostalgic to return to my college days of working with organic ceramic clay. It's been a real out of box and out of body experience. I love being in this space..... the clay is just like butter, so free and expressive. I'm in love....
