Surreal Nest Series
Victoria’s Nest Series examines the struggle between security and freedom, something we all struggle with throughout our lives be it as a child, a young adult or a senior. The nest is that universal symbol for security but Victoria’s nests are not grounded. They are free and full of metaphoric symbols of what is most important in our lives.
On Until Midnight — 36” x 48” $2,600
This nest sails thru the blue skies, quite content with the view. It is lined with a remnant of an antique carpet, perhaps a piece of family inheritance, a reminder of the past while also carrying a compass to navigate the future.
Urban vs Rural — 39“ x 39” $2000
This piece was executed for the Burington Fine Arts Urban vs Rural Show at the Art Gallery of Burlington. Again the nest is a symbol of security but the contents, a Coyote, Jenkins Salamanders and Monarch Butterflies are not in their traditional homes. Rather they struggle to find their place in a world where the urban landscape continually encroaches on the natural spaces of these creatures. Below you see the edges of Burlington Ontario intruding on the Niagara Escarpment.
Moon Presides — 16” x 20” — $500.
The moon is an ancient and potent symbol of women’s cycles ,an undeniable and constant urge to reproduce in a world not always settled or supportive.
Finding Home — 36” x 41” $1,800
Nests being a universal symbol for security and home they also can weigh us down and limit our freedom. What if we could have our home and freedom to travel at will too?
The Journey Thru Life, Self Portrait 30” x 30” — $1,000
Life is a labyrinth. We make our way, often blind to what is around the corne.r. Spiritual faith gives us strength and guidance if we can trust and un-tether ourselves from worldly weights.. The Greek hero Theseus was tasked with the mission of slaying the Minataur. He was given a ball of string to find his way back, a metaphoric connection to the “gods” Perhaps our connection is the guidance we require.
I Bring It With Me Everywhere — 36” x 48” $2,600
As Canadians, we travel the world with a sense of safety, our connection to a country that will back us up .Hard won liberties created our country and are part of our make up. My studio on James street North, Hamilton overlooks the John Weir Foote Armouries . They were home to Nathan Cirillo, a young reservist who was killed in 1914 at the National War Memorial in Ottawa. The street below my studio was lined with tributes and mourners . That day we were reminded how precious our freedom is and our duty to remember those who stand for us.
Taking It With Me — 30” x 40” $1,800
Wouldn’t it be perfect if we could just pack up own homes and fly off to where ever we wished. The perfect combination of security and freedom.
Parking Lot Princess 30 ” x 36” acrylic $1,800
I found this wonderful little nest in a mall parking lot. It has fishing line, strapping tape, Kleenex, cellophane,twine and satin ribbon. We gather many materials to make our homes individual just like the birds.
Last Flight 24” x 30” acrylic $800
Our homes are metaphors for peace and security. Leaving home is part of moving forward but can be full of both insecurity and a sense
What Goes Up Must Come Down 35” x 35” $1700
Nature is a wonderful circle of life. Water is the most essential part of. It cleanses and refreshes as it moves from raindrop to field to rivers and lakes then back again. So much to be thankful for and to protect.
The Clock is Ticking 29” x 50” $2,100
The race is on. We build and line our nests working against time. It is part of the biological race to balance security and freedom.