Happiness (with the bluebirds) is a popular piece, so I wanted to show happiness in another way. Movement and dancing connote freedom and joy of life. A lot of little girls go through a 'high twirl' stage — when every one of them wants to be a princess or a ballerina — when they seem to float and dance rather than walk. This demonstrative gesture might capture that time. Or, it might reflect an adult’s personality — someone we would call a ‘free spirit’. I see the word Spirit as free will, enthusiasm and energy; an upbeat frame of mind. This would be a nice piece for someone entering a new phase of life, such as after retirement or divorce… I hope the piece will universally express joy, freedom and happiness at any age.


My little daughter is half African and she loves to dance. When we saw this figure in a shop we thought it looked exactly like her.
My little daughter is half African and she loves to dance. When we saw this figure in a shop we thought it looked exactly like her.
This was given to me for my birthday last year. My mum thought it described my daughter perfectly; she is definitely a free spirit.
I was given this piece when I decided to make a radical change in my life and follow what I WANT to do instead of what I NEED to do. I keep it with me wherever I go and it's even been on a few planes and trains alongside me.I keep it as a reminder that my friends will always know who I am and have accepted me for this.