Bird in Trust Metal Print

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The Story:
The bird sits upon the needlepine waiting for the next opportunity to go forward with life's challenges. The snow has begun to fall and there is a mixture of light and darkness in the forest air. This creature has come so far and the journey to the next branch is anticipated. The rest is a challenge, for the bird is not used to idleness. For bird, the act of idleness could result in death by a predator. A scent of fresh pine fills the moment.There something about this aroma that speaks of trust. This is a bird in 'Trust.'

Artist Statements Encaustic and Mixed Mediums I use purified Beeswax with dried pigment and damar crystals (tree resin) for hardening. I heat the wax to a molten point where I can apply the wax as liquid to a rigid surface such as masonite or wood, coated card stock or absorbant paper. Each layer is fused to the next with a heat source, thus a commitment to the composition evolves. I work spontaneously as I create the composition. The process may include techniques such as ironing, carving, embedding materials, transfer techniques, stamping, drawing and painting. I believe encaustic is a forgiving medium that includes a multitude of modalities and creative opportunities for expression. Encaustic is a natural preservative that allows me...