Raven

I am captivated by birds. These incredible creatures marked by their feathers, toothless beaks, and resilient, lightweight skeletons, belong to the category Aves and thrive in a multitude of habitats worldwide, from lush forests to vast oceans.

Most bird species are marvelously adapted for flight, with notable exceptions. Their exceptional vision facilitates hunting, navigation, and beautiful courtship displays.

Ravens have some of the richest symbolic meanings across cultures, often linked to mystery, transformation, and wisdom they are problem-solvers and "messengers" of hidden truths. Because they feed on carrion, they're often connected to endings, but also rebirth. Ravens appear in times of change, symbolizing the need to shed the old and embrace the new. Their black blue feathers and intelligence make them icons of the unseen and the mystical. Seeing a raven can be seen as a warning, guidance, or even a blessing depending on the culture.

Carl Jung said,

Solitude is for me a fount of healing which makes my life worth living. Talking is always a torment for me, and I need many days of silence to recover from the futility of words.

I particularly enjoy being alone in my studio. Loneliness refers to the emotional state of feeling alone, isolated, or disconnected from others,

In my case it allows me to be creative