Metamorphosis Mandala #109 3D Artwork I am a self taught

I am a self taught and life-long artist

The drawing of bodymaps came out of a visual meditation practice I developed during my late pregnancy

I let the strongest occurring physical sensation lead the brush/pen

"Gathering tenderness during wild times is a challenge

Metamorphosis Mandala #109 3D Artwork I am a self taught"My Metamorphosis series repurposes work from over 45 years as a printmaker into new art which is environmentally friendly with as little waste as possible. Some of the upcycled art dates back to the mid seventies when I studied Fine Art at York University. This richly coloured butterfly began its prior life as an engraving of an orchid. The background came from an etching of a twilight sky. Butterflies are a symbol of rebirth, in some cultures