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Even a tiny flame has an awe-inspiring impact when introduced to darkness, illuminating a space, and enabling us to see what we could not see without it. For me, this image is symbolic of my personal spiritual beliefs. The idea for this piece developed through sketching, reading inspirational materials, and experimenting with media. I used cardboard, layered so that when I carved into the surface, the inner lines would change direction. The flame is a thicker acrylic skin, supported by plastic mesh food packaging and a dowel rod scrap. I also designed the stencil used on the surface of the candle.
