These creatures are curious about life and are in and of themselves quite the curiosities as well. They are very much aware that Shakespeare said it best, "All the world's a stage, and all the men and women merely players. They have their exits and their entrances; and one man in his time plays many parts."
 
These creatures are each playing their parts but never take them too seriously. Whimsey and wonder are what motivate them and joy and frollicking are what they seek!
 
My altered books are an expression of artistic creativity and a way to salvage what would be seen by many as garbage. Rather than tossing damaged books  into the garbage, they instead find new purpose as vehicles for my vivid imagination and visions of a more inspiring, mysterious, and colorful world. A huge array of found objects guide the themes of these mixed media pieces and no two are ever alike. I hope you enjoy the magical and imaginative spaces of these creations!
 
This particular piece has been created from an old crumbling book that was destined for the landfill, a large assortment of found bits and bobs, sparkle dust, and whimsy. It's meant for a special indoor space with minimal dust and no direct sun exposure. The book itself measures approximately 7" by 5" and is about 6" high and is attached to a base book that measures 9" x 10".