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This week I spent time finishing a project that I had been frustrated with, a geometric bracelet with small beads. There was no space for mistakes, and I had many. I think I rethreaded my needle about as many times as there were beads.
I know I'll enjoy wearing it and be humbled by the fact it took some real concentration to get it done.
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One of my favorite artists is Frida Kahlo. Such an artist with a sense of passion, self portrayal and use of color. Frida had an accident at a young age and suffered immense pain for the rest of her life. Painting was her medicine, and it followed her life span. It gave her comfort. She said, " My painting carries with it the message of pain." She wasn't as famous when she lived, but her story and art have carried her memory through to museums, books, galleries and collectors.
"The only thing I know is that I paint because I need to, and I paint whatever passes through my head without any other consideration." - Frida
I beaded this cabochon that was gifted to me with small seed beads and glass flowers. It hangs in my studio as a reminder that art can come from anywhere, even from a raw place of pain and despair.
Frida's self portrait 1940. Roots around her neck symbolizing the growing pain she experienced and the smothering feeling of being consumed by it.
I wish comfort for all of you this week as we pass through turbulent times. Reflect on your talents and hopefully you may find peace and comfort there.