Sentiment : Courage to be seen, to be heard, to be healed
Height 17,5cm
Willow Tree Figure – Courageous Joy
R1,495.00
In stock
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Description
Willow Tree Figure – Courageous Joy depicts a young girl looking ahead and her arms are stretched outwards and upwards
Susan Lordi’s figures are simple and elegant with no facial features. This to allow for a universal emotional connection between the viewer and the piece. Emotion is displayed through expressive gestures and body languages. The figures can evoke a range of emotions that are relatable to people from different cultures and backgrounds. The sculptures are made of resin but fashioned to appear like they are carved of wood.
The Courageous Joy figure appears to be embracing the world around her. This posture creates a sense of energy and movement, suggesting that she is fearless and full of courage. This creates a sense of inspiration and motivation, encouraging the viewer to embrace life with the same enthusiasm and determination.
Susan Lord says this of the Courageous Joy figure : “With this figure, I’m celebrating pride in one’s heritage – how knowing the past gives confidence in the present, and a sense of who we are. Heritage can be expressed by customs or language, or as in this figure, textile patterning. The etchings that cover her are inspired by traditional African woven Kente cloth, mud cloth, and iconic Kuba cloth markings. African textiles have such vibrancy! And are tied to dance and rhythm and movement. “She’s expressing who she is and celebrating the color of her skin. Her skin shines through and contrasts with the lively patterns. Her exuberant stance is a physical representation of what I hope she feels within. This piece is the opposite of being invisible. She’s standing up and standing tall, centered in courageous joy. “As a healing piece, her gesture reflects the uplifting support of those who love and encourage her… who give her the strength to advocate for herself in the healing process. To face obstacles and aggressions with courageous joy, to be seen and be heard, is perhaps a shared healing made more powerful by connectiveness and community.”
