Iconas
Series in progres: 2015 to present
Prints Available upon request. Unframed ($65), Framed ($75), Embellished with gold detailing on cradled art board ($95). Originals currently NFS.
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Psyche
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I believe that we, as humans, are at a crossroads of spiritual and personal development where the old rules of the patriarchy no longer serve our race or our planet. The Feminine is required to take its rightful place alongside the masculine to heal and move forward for the evolution and salvation of our species and world.
I began this series to help facilitate that movement. Surrounding oneself with authentic images of the Feminine Divine and Female Power is activating to our inner heroines, to then bring out into the world to make positive changes in the name of Love, Justice and Peace. This "activating force" is the term I use for what energies does a Goddess, Heroine, or Saint have for awakening the dormant or blossoming mirror energies within ourselves.
The first three of this series are St. Hildegarde Von Bingen, the Greek Goddess Psyche, and the Hindu Goddess Kali. I am developing a prototype for shrines for each Icona, as well as amulets.
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The Greek name "Psyche" means "breath of life", "soul" or "spirit". It is represented by the image of the butterfly, hence Psyche is often depicted in art with butterfly wings.
In Greek, Psyche is spelled "ψυχή". The Latin translation is "Anima", and this term was also used by Swiss psychiatrist and psychoanalyst Carl Jung (who founded analytical psychology) to describe the archetype of the inner feminine personality within a person.
Psyche's Archetypal "activating force" is that of FEMININE SPIRITUAL and PSYCHOLOGICAL GROWTH and TRANSFORMATION from innocent young woman to mature Goddess.
Psyche is a strong Icon for:
-those who are starting the individuation process from family to self
-those who are in a liminal state waiting to crossover to the next stage in their spiritual or psychological growth process
-those in a romantic relationship that needs to change or end
-those who are faced with challenges or a "dark night of the soul" and are having a hard time seeing the light
The original was created with acrylic paint on 11” X 14” gesso board with real butterfly wings.
Hildegarde
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I believe that we, as humans, are at a crossroads of spiritual and personal development where the old rules of the patriarchy no longer serve our race or our planet. The Feminine is required to take its rightful place alongside the masculine to heal and move forward for the evolution and salvation of our species and world.
I began this series to help facilitate that movement. Surrounding oneself with authentic images of the Feminine Divine and Female Power is activating to our inner heroines, to then bring out into the world to make positive changes in the name of Love, Justice and Peace. This "activating force" is the term I use for what energies does a Goddess, Heroine, or Saint have for awakening the dormant or blossoming mirror energies within ourselves.
The first three of this series are St. Hildegarde Von Bingen, the Greek Goddess Psyche, and the Hindu Goddess Kali. I am developing a prototype for shrines for each Icona, as well as amulets.
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Hildegarde's Archetypal "activating force" is that of EMPOWERING THE CREATIVITY OF THE SECOND HALF OF WOMAN'S LIFE.
Hildegarde is a strong Icon for:
Women entering the second half of their life, whether numerically or experientially (who have completed their roles as mother, or within an unfulfilling job), and are ready to start their personal creative work or soul callings.
She also resonates with Writers, Musicians, Healers, Feminists, Environmentalists, Activists, and Visionaries.
The original of this piece was created with acrylic paint on 11” X 14” gesso board. It includes real sapphire chips in her cross.
Kali
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I believe that we, as humans, are at a crossroads of spiritual and personal development where the old rules of the patriarchy no longer serve our race or our planet. The Feminine is required to take its rightful place alongside the masculine to heal and move forward for the evolution and salvation of our species and world.
I began this series to help facilitate that movement. Surrounding oneself with authentic images of the Feminine Divine and Female Power is activating to our inner heroines, to then bring out into the world to make positive changes in the name of Love, Justice and Peace. This "activating force" is the term I use for what energies does a Goddess, Heroine, or Saint have for awakening the dormant or blossoming mirror energies within ourselves.
The first three of this series are St. Hildegarde Von Bingen, the Greek Goddess Psyche, and the Hindu Goddess Kali. I am developing a prototype for shrines for each Icona, as well as amulets.
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Kali’s Archetypal "activating force" is that of DIVINE FEMININE WRATH.
Kali is a strong Icon for:
-Those looking to channel their anger into positive action
-Activists
-Environmentalists (Stewards of the Land)
-Feminists
-Warriors
-Those who are looking to move beyond the illusion of the body/personality/ego
-Those who are looking to cut through bullshit.
Original was created with acrylic paint on 11” X 14” gesso board. Piece includes skull bads and embossed pewter.