Christina
Sacred Stone
There is a compelling force that drives my artistic practice. It feels automatic, but my strong curiosity and search for meaning in...
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Christina
- Aug 3
- 2 min
Water, Women and Wu Wei
That’s a lot of W’s” but what these words also have in common is that they are what’s inspiring my latest work. Inspiration is what...
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Christina
- Jul 21
- 2 min
The Making of "The Swan"
I am so happy to share my latest finished work with you, " The Swan". This piece took me 8 months to complete and is carved from a 300 lb...
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Christina
- Jul 7
- 2 min
A Dream Collaboration
For years I have dreamed of having a gallery space away from the studio's dust where people can see a collection of my work in a...
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Christina
- Jun 23
- 1 min
The Material And The Ethereal
I am beginning a new sculpture with a beautiful 150 lb piece of Bardiglio marble. After spending months in the finishing stages of my...
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Christina
- May 26
- 1 min
The Stone Sculptor's Creative Process (a simplified version)
1) Greet your stone with an air of respect for the lessons and gifts it’s about to give you. 2) Spend time with it and look for any...
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Christina
- May 10
- 2 min
The Allure and Enduring Beauty of Marble
Marble grabbed my attention as a sculptor early on. Prized and adored by all the world's greatest sculptors throughout history, it...
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Christina
- Apr 27
- 2 min
Going To The Source Of Alabaster - Volterra, Italy
Walking the medieval, cobblestone streets of Volterra on my recent trip to Tuscany felt surreal! Besides the historic splendor I was met...
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Christina
- Nov 25, 2022
- 1 min
Siren Of The Wind
From early on I have been intrigued by myths. An undergraduate course in Greek mythology led me to the lectures of Joseph Campbell (The...
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Christina
- Sep 13, 2022
- 2 min
ROOTS
I came across this picture of my father recently. It is a familiar one from my childhood days. But when I look at it now, I see him from...
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Christina
- May 7, 2022
- 1 min
Gaia - The Mother
What is a mother? She is an anchor in a deep sea grounding me as I sail through uncharted waters. She is an infinite source of...
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Christina
- Apr 29, 2022
- 2 min
The Journey of "Aphrodite Rising"
When I begin working with a new stone for one of my sculptures there is always a process of getting to know it. Even though it may be a...
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Christina
- Nov 4, 2021
- 1 min
Why make Art?
With so many things tugging at us from all directions, we seem to be busier than ever despite all our modern-day conveniences....
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Christina
- Apr 22, 2021
- 1 min
A Day to Honor the Earth
I wanted to share this beautiful Native American, Ute prayer in honor of Earth Day 2021 Earth, Teach Me - An Ute Prayer Earth, teach me...
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Christina
- Mar 16, 2021
- 1 min
Silent Flight
Rising from her moonlit bath on a thick limb, she waits. The canopy sews a silvery veil of hidden realities and trembling mist. She cares...
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Christina
- Mar 8, 2021
- 1 min
Connecting to my Ancient Past
I often think about what it would be like to live during ancient times, especially as a woman. My Greek heritage and love for classical...
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Christina
- Dec 31, 2020
- 2 min
Always Beginning
In a year when the entire world has suffered severe loss and unprecedented change, I pause to send out my Love and also to count the many...
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Christina
- Dec 3, 2020
- 1 min
Beyond Illusion
I have worked with many different types of stone and each one has its own unique character and set of qualities that both challenge and...
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Christina
- Nov 24, 2020
- 1 min
The Chrysalis
I just adore working with translucent alabaster because I never know completely what's below the surface of these rugged, rough-looking...
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Christina
- Oct 8, 2020
- 1 min
The Story of The Cosmic Gift
On my daily walks through the streets of my hometown, Dunedin I often find feathers. I see them as gifts left for me by the birds that...
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