LAPIS LAZULI GENUINELapis Lazuli has been prized for its beauty and its perfection. Ancient civilizations believed that the veins of glittering pyrite (fool's gold) in the lapis were actual gold, making it even more valuable. Today as in the ancient world, extraction is difficult due to the hardness of the stone. It can only be mined during the warmest months from mines in the mountains of South America. The subtle blue grey, denim color of the this light reflective granulating pigment makes it as interesting as it is unpredictable with surprising results.
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SOUL“I am a contemplative artist who has trouble accessing verbal skills. Finding the right words to talk about the amazing things I observe around me can be frustrating. It is much more natural for me to pick up a paintbrush, some embroidery floss or my camera when I wish to share some new discovery. The artwork I create is meant to be enjoyed on whatever level the viewer experiences it and not layered with complex meaning. Feathers, fur, flowers and the incredible variation I find in wildlife not only inspire me, but compel me to share every nuance with you. Archives
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