“Transcendence” was conceived and modeled while my mother, Marloe, was in the final stages of Alzheimer’s Disease and was close to death. It helped me deal with my grief as I believed she’d be “transcending” to a better place. The female was actually modeled after her granddaughter, Anica, as I think we once again revert to a state of youthful innocence and bliss.
The stylized hand is that of an angel, there to vanquish all fear and aid in the transition. Multiple glass panes. upon which the soul is passing through, represents those dimensional planes that separate us from whatever lies beyond. The essence of this piece...love goes on!
"Transcendence" will now have a permanent at the Dahl Fine Arts Center in Rapid City, SD. It's very fitting that this sculpture resides here as Marloe had a great love of art and was a frequent volunteer at the Dahl. It is currently on display in the lobby area.
