Fallen Finch Raveling loss of joy

loss of joy

” Stacking Rings

A memento mori skull is flanked by delicate ribbons

It was too small

This scene – shown from the perspective of a swimmer in a stormy sea – captures the moment we find our courage

Fallen Finch Raveling loss of joyA wounded goldfinch lies in shadow. Hand painted vitreous enamel Sterling silver 18" solid sterling silver rolo chain, manufactured spring clasp Enamel measures . 75" Etched, hand fabricated The Latin inscription on the bezel of this piece reads, "Pleure Sa Morte' which translates to, Mourns Her Dead." The motif of flightless and felled birds has recurred in my memento mori work throughout 2020; these sad symbols represent a heaviness of spirit and a