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Woodland Fantasy Series - Hand built models
The badger is a powerful digger and fighter. Tara finds miners; she is hope and light in the dark. This sculpture commemorates the rescue of the Chilean miners on October 13, 2010. She is the element Metal.
Tara the Beacon, 7.5” high
In Japan the Akita is revered for its courage, loyalty, and athleticism. Zenji is Protector of four legged ground dwellers. He is the element Fire.
Zenji the Furry Guardian, 6.6” high
The frog is a magical creature of woodland streams; its survival depends on clean water. Fumiko is Protector of the creek. She is the element Water.
Fumiko the Singer, 5.75” high
The fox is a symbol of grace and cunning. Foona commands all winged creatures. She is Queen of the woods; Wind is her insignia.
Foona the Sorceress, 8” high
Inspired by the Japanese mythical bird-man. Truro can invade dreams, is telepathic and capable of transporting. He is Protector of children who have lost their way in the woods. His insignia is cloud.
Truro, Spirit of the Mountain, 9” high
Bear in ancient armor modeled on the Chinese terracotta soldiers. The bear is a symbol of great strength in many cultures. The Tree Warrior is Protector of magnificent trees. He is the element Wood.
Bruja the Tree Warrior, 8.5” high
The Echidna belongs to the hedgehog family; he is small and well camouflaged. Puggle comes and goes like a mirage, his insignia.
Puggle the Archer, 6.6” high
The pig is a connoisseur of food. Pongo is Protector of creepy crawlies and mushrooms, which hold the deepest secrets of the woods. He is the element Earth.
Pongo the Digger, 5.75” high
Raccoon in Japanese lore is a creature of wine and a trickster. The Alchemist is Protector of fruit bearing trees and shrubs and medicinal plants. His insignia is Transformation.
Mervin the Alchemist, 8” high
Cloud Dance Squirrel.
Cloud Dance Squirrel, 8” high
Winter Cat.
Winter Cat, 9” high
Spring Cat.
Spring Cat, 8.5” high
Summer Cat.
Summer Cat, 8.6” high
Autumn Cat.
Autumn Cat, 8.5” high
World of Whimsical Animals - Hand built models
Owls: Inspired by the forms of traditional folk art.
Barn owl, 4.5" high
NEW
inspired by Japanese Dharuma Zen figures
Collared scops owl, 6.5”dia X 6"
NEW
Napping owl, 4.5” high
NEW
inspired by the Native American kachina dolls
Barn owl, 6" high
inspired by Japanese Dharuma Zen figures
Crested owl, 4.5”dia X 4" high
inspired by Japanese kokeshi dolls
Great grey owl, 8” high
inspired by Russian nested dolls
Ferruginous pigmy owl, 5” high
Purple Gallinule on lilypond, 20” dia
NEW
Chameleon vase 4" dia X 5" high
Chameleon, 2.5" long
NEW
Small Gila Monster, 14.5” long
Large Gila Monster, 20.24” long
Bini, 10" long
(joint project with Ms. Jashio Pei)
White Rhino, 13” long X 7” high
Raku fired, clear crackle.
Raku fired, clear crackle and copper sand. Hare is a detachable stopper.
The Hare jumps over the Moon! 8” diameter
Hare is a detachable stopper.
Hare Jumps over the Moon II 10” wide x 13" high
Javelina is a detachable stopper.
Javelina Flying over the Moon 10”wide x 13" high
Penguin jar.
Penguin (medium) 8” high
Penguin jar.
Penguin (large) 9.5” high
Tortoro Tea Caddy and saucer.
Tortoro Tea Caddy and saucer 6.5" high
Dolls - Thrown and Hand Modified
Home in the Desert, 11.5” high
Her kimono is decorated with desert plants.
Her kimono is decorated with the three Gods: Wind, Rain, and Thunder.
Desert Storm, 11” high
Her kimono is a memorial to the tsunami 2011 in Japan. It shows the hope of rebuilding the fishing communities after the ravage of the sea.