inspiration speaks…
...a vision waiting to take shape. It starts as a whisper and a feeling in the heart, something calling to be created, shared, and brought into the world.
But an idea alone is not enough. It takes dedication, patience, and the will to see it through. Every brushstroke, every carved line, every molded form carries the energy and the intention to bring Peace, Tranquility, Joy, and Love into the world.
In a world that moves fast, choose to create with purpose. Choose to uplift. Choose to be kind. Because the art we make, the things we build, and the Love we put into them have the power to ripple outward, touching lives in ways we may never see.
Keep creating, keep believing, and let your work be a reflection of the beauty within you.
Initial Dremel carving of the ripples and the first stage of hand sanding.
The sanding makes a big difference.
First pass of the carving process. This is before starting to shape the fade of the ripples.
The sanding and sealer is complete here.
Sculpting the wrinkle details with clary.
Process of sculping the details with clay.
Getting ready to mold.
First concrete pillow from mold.
Many pillows...
Red Cedar wood base for some of the pillow tea candles.
Piece of Red Cedar with a unique knot and crevice.
Cleaning out the bark to hollow it out for resin pour.
Crevice cleaned and ready for resin pour.
Epoxy resin pour using three different mica powders to give it a "lake" look.
First cuts for the wood risers and figuring out the legs.
Artistically adding distress marks using various tools.
Showing the various layers of distress that carefully go into each piece.
Risers finished and ready for stain.
Adding a weathered-look stain.
Staining process.
Printed diagram for the ripples.
Hand-carving the ripples.
First pass of the carving completed.
The carving, fading, and painstakingly sanding completed.
Smooth like a ripple.
Completed Incense Holder.
“The Workshop is a Place where the World fades away
and all that exists is inspiration, joy, and creation.
This is where I create from, a serene space of joy.”