Bones

I've been spending a lot of time with my bone collection, which I gather almost daily on my walks through the fields and dunes to the beach. Most of the bones I find are likely from rabbits and birds. Recently, I've been experimenting with the suminagashi technique on these bones, I'm particularly drawn to creating patterns that resemble mould, symbolic of life/death cycle.

I think I love mould as it’s a good reminder of how death can give rise to new life, breaking down what once was and transforming it into something new.

While I'm pleased with the results, I’m questioning whether these bones need to be 'beautified.'  They already hold a raw, intrinsic beauty.

My work often involves transforming overlooked or repulsive objects into pieces of beauty, urging others to see them in a new light. With these bones, I'm exploring that fine line between honouring their natural state and highlighting their potential as objects of beauty.
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