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"Moments of Tranquility" :: The Gabel's Quail Bronze Sculpture This is the first of a series of bronze plaques. It is of the male and female Gambel's Quail. I used the butterfly as a symbol of femininity and the dragonfly a symbol of masculinity, both insects going through a metamorphosis. Drawing the analogy that perhaps we are born as nymphs, and as we experience life's love and fear we too can experience the growth of our wings and fly through the gentle breeze, as well as, the harsh winds in life. On the left of the plaque is a ceremonial prayer stick with the four directional colors. Two triangles on the right of the prayer stick represent prayer feathers from the wild turkey. At the top left is the Sun, within it the Infinity of Life symbol. On the bottom right is a kiva alter which represents my gratitude, creative thoughts, meditations, and prayers shared with all that is life. I believe these prayers and meditations nurture life itself, so from the alter springs the new growth of a young flower. A small circle is contained within the alter; this represents the Angel or Soul that give guidance. At the top right is a pottery design. The patina is sliver to suggest the moon. This symbol is open to interpretation, bringing balance to my design. his piece was inspired by the moments of tranquility in Communion with nature, giving thanks for my place in life. (Joe Cajero) |
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