The value of this piece is held in its symbolism. The idea was born during an 8 month live-in working contract in Fort Chipewyan, Alberta. During that time of work, I was connected to the history of this place and the welcome of its community. I was inspired by the importance of the number seven in indigenous teachings. The seven grandfather teachings, seven stages of life and most inspiring to me, the seven directions of awareness which I learned more about thanks to the words of Reuben Quinn at the Centre for Race and Culture.

The perforated steel in this design alludes to transparency which allows us to look through our circumstances onto what is greater. This reminder is important whether we are engaging in confrontation or personal decision making, a reminder to look for the lesson involved. The seven ‘dollops’ reference each direction of awareness. Up, down, left, right, front, behind and within.

This sculpture pays tribute to the continual search for truth. I cannot take credit for any of these thoughts, they belong to all people who have walked the earth many, many years before us and to the Great Mystery. I live in gratitude to those around me who let me wonder and who guide me as I grow, and who provide community and comfort to my restless heart.

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