This piece was directly inspired by the model. A young girl who struck this pose that just captivated me. It was a gesture where her whole body communicated – not just her arms and her head, but her shoulders, back, and the way she shifted her weight – her whole being emanated happiness from within. So I tried to capture some of that – the happiness or inner contentment that comes from knowing you are truly loved. I wanted to give her an aura, so I made a lacy pierced metal crown, tiara, halo – whatever you want to call it – I think it makes her uniquely angelic.


This Angel reminds me of my loving husband, who has Alzheimer's! Even though he does not know who I am, not a day goes by that he does not tell me "I Love You!" I have often told my friends that everyone one should be loved as I am and I do love him! He is so precious!