The Red Tent" by Anita Diamant led me to realize our need for balanced feminine/masculine energy. Each of us uses this set of energy. I believe relationships, groups and societies depend on this balance. I have begun investigating the portrayal of feminine energy through the study of flowers. I will continue by exploring this binary with "discussions" in three-dimensional form.
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Poppies, 16" w, 20" h, Encaustic on panel, 2011