The Cosmic Collection
Despite mankind’s perpetual preoccupation with the apocalypse, the sun and moon are unwavering. These ancient celestial bodies are reliable in their coy dance across the sky, oblivious to both our fears and unyielding fascinations with death. The cosmos has proved steadfast in its endurance and we take the sun especially for granted. We may not be able to look at it directly, but evidence of its majesty exists all around.
The survival of every species depends upon the alchemical processes of the sun, and yet it is not of this Earth. It offers us free energy, generating food for plants via photosynthesis, as well as vitamin D for us humans.
If perceived in isolation, a casual observer might be able to dismiss the sun as a giant ball of gas with no discernable purpose, but when viewed in relationship to the Earth, it is the most valuable star in our solar system.
We are similarly comprised of energy. Our bodies may have much greater density, which gives us the illusion of permanence, but our physical existence is fleeting. Perhaps like the sun, our true purposes can only be revealed through our relationship to the world around us, and the countless souls within it.
The COSMIC COLLECTION takes its inspiration from the sun and moon, but also the serpent for its regenerative properties and the third eye as a symbol of intuition. These thoughts coalesced as I was spending time in my greenhouse, where plants and creative inspiration continually flourish. I had just gotten back from a trip to Kauai where the landscape is filled with breathtaking views, and I wanted to create pieces that celebrate nature, and can be worn all year round.
The whole process began with some creative problem solving, as the green house steps were an eyesore to my otherwise idyllic sanctuary. I started with a solid coat of paint and then the mural took shape over the span of a few weeks.
In the freelance design job that has consumed the majority of my time over the past year, I have been designing women's apparel that has required an extensive amount of print development, and so painting jackets was a natural progression and synthesis of my various skill sets...
And of course, a new collection of jewelry quickly followed.
