Thoughts Of Maria

Materials: Avocado root and stem, waxed linen, cotton, beads, chiffon fabric

Dimensions: 14”L x 8”W x 4”D

2014

I had an avocado plant that died. When I cleaned it up I saw this marvelous twirling head created by the roots. I knew right away that she would come alive and immediately thought of a friend , the only ballerina that I knew, and so named it thinking of her.