I recently found out the sad news that an old friend's mother passed away after a series of health problems that can only be described as tortuous. This woman had five children, each of whom has had children - she created a beautiful legacy which she left behind way too soon. While this woman's passing was a reprieve from her suffering, this friend is having difficulties with it and is trying to come to a point where he can remember the good, the part before the pain.
I went into my studio the day I learned this news. I thought of this woman now being free from her pain to be able to see what she had created and how each of those creations will effect the world and its destiny. In my mind's eye, she was free to breathe deeply, lovingly. I sculpted whatever came to me. It was emotional because I could feel her presence.
The above photos show the start of a large block of clay which I sculpted into a tile from this energy. I will finish its surfaces and fire it with the next firing, and decide then how to procede. I think someone will be looking over my shoulder and let me know exactly what to do next.
It's amazing what kind of energy will come to you if you just remain open to it.
5 comments:
Diana,
I'm sorry for the loss of your friend's mother. Your artistry is so special.
Take care,
Cameron
Hi Diana,
What a beautiful entry. I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your friend's mother.
I think what you're doing is truely amazing. Not only are you talented but you are also a kind hearted soul.
Take care,
Rosa
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your friend's mother. She would have been proud of your support and way of honoring her life and legacy.
Your insight on energy reminded me of riding in an elevator with Sammy Davis Jr., the entertainer. He was lamenting to his wife and to his musical director that he was tired, that he didn't want to perform that night, that he didn't feel well. My ex and my 1st best man were in the bar on top of this Tahoe hotel, and after relating the story, stood in the "cancellation line" for the dinner show, and got in.
Longer story shorter, he did NOT have an energetic show... yet, when he did "Mr. Bojangles" sitting on the edge of the stage, as a melancholy lament, I realized he had used his "down" energy to summon another great performance.
Looks like you did, too.
Diana,
I am at a loss for words. Thank you for the kind thoughts, for the energy, for the artwork. She would've loved it. My family and I appreciate it. We look forward to seeing the finished piece, it will be special.
And thank you Cameron, Rosa, Girasoli, and Brad. She was a wonderful woman.
Your old friend,
Greg
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