family art
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The Inspiration Behind the Birthing Sculpture
Birthing is more than a sculpture to me; it’s a deeply personal piece that speaks to the raw, primal, and beautiful reality of bringing new life into the world. In this work, I poured my heart into expressing the powerful experience of childbirth, not through a literal form, but through an abstract, contorted figure that…
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Festive and Fun: Secular Holiday Traditions for Atheists and Agnostics (With a Creative Twist)
Secular holiday traditions with art: Let’s be honest—if you’re like me, the holidays are less about angels and nativity scenes, and more about trying to make it through the season with your sanity intact. But who says you can’t have fun and get creative without the religious element? For atheists, agnostics, or anyone who just…
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Facing Christmas After Loss: Finding Hope Through the Hard Times
Dealing with Grief at Christmas, or whatever holidays you celebrate: Christmas has always been a time of togetherness, celebration, and joy. But for some of us, dealing with grief at Christmas brings up deep sadness. The holiday season is hard when you’ve experienced profound loss—something I’ve known all too well since 2008. That year, my…
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The Evolution of Pet Memorial Art
Pets aren’t just pets. They’re family. They may never have paid rent, and sure, they have that funny habit of sitting on your keyboard when you’re trying to work, but their place in our lives is irreplaceable. So, when they pass, it’s only natural that we want to honor their memory in ways that reflect…