Wood Art – Life on my Own

Thresholds

“Thresholds” is a new series of multimedia sculptures where turned or carved wood human figures stand at the threshold of new beginnings. A doorway frames their dreams, represented by an agate. As we stand at the threshold of a decision, the glass bevel gives us pause to consider….

”Thresholds” is an evolving series of sculptures that include a human figure on the brink of a transition. The upright wooden panels, configured to look arch like embrace a glass bevel representing the barriers we place between ourselves and our dreams. We can see our dreams, but can we embrace them? As we stand upon the threshold, life moves on.

”Sophie” is a young woman, thriving in high school, approaching 16, and using music to create community. In thinking about her position in life, the Haiku attempts to support her efforts, acknowledging that she is in the spring of life and like a concerto, life is a solo performance supported by the orchestra of family, friends and community

A wooden sculpture featuring a young woman playing a flute, positioned between two upright, arch-like wooden panels with a glass bevel, symbolizing the transition between dreams and reality. — Dreams on every breath
Dancing with the light of spring
My life’s concerto

The latest in the “Full Moon” series

These sculptures are inspired by the names of the full moon given by indigenous peoples of North America. The latest sculpture is “Beaver Moon” for the full moon in November/December

“Beaver Moon”( Nov/Dec)
16.5“x 8“x 7.5“, Maple, basswood, aniline dyes, milk paint

“Thresholds, Dreamers”

Some time ago, I started a series of figures to explore off center turning. The characters each had their own backstories but lacked a platform to express their status in life. As I was going through some glass supplies I rediscovered some beautiful agates and the notion of doorways and dreaming took root.