Phoenix Rising - Bronze, edition of 15, 13”H x 8.5”L x 5”W

The myth of the Phoenix firebird was part of many ancient cultures, such as Arabian, Persian, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, Chinese, and Indian. It told of a bird that lived for 100 or more years, and then built a nest that it set ablaze. From the flames and ashes, the Phoenix was reborn to live another 100 years. Although there are many variations of the myth, the Phoenix is a symbol of rebirth and renewal. My Phoenix is fashioned after the Caracara, a prehistoric-looking hawk. I enjoyed the freedom that sculpting a mythical creature brings, there is no right or wrong. However, the flames and the pose were a challenge. I wanted the bird to be seen taking form from the flames, and not seen as an unlucky bird that has landed on a barbeque.

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