The flames breathe inspiration. From the ashes rises the future. One shall persevere, survive the destruction, and triumph over life with life.

Losing one’s shelter causes one to feel exposed. New protection is sought. New paths have to be followed. The frame that supported love, happiness, sadness, and life in all its glory melts to reveal its weakness and its future.

Artificial and natural, my pieces speak of the darkness of disaster and the light of creation. Metal reminiscent of a past light combines with corn leaves. Fire is applied, and the end result makes one aware of survival and love for life. What has been lost speaks from the depths of the heart and invites new life.