From Persepolis to the Studio: How Ancient Columns Became a Hex Sign Some ideas arrive slowly, like dust settling after centuries. This one came to me in our library, surrounded by shelves of well-loved books, while rereading one of my archaeology volumes on ancient sites and architectural forms. I’ve returned to Persepolis many times over […]
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A Victorian Folded Mother’s Day Card, Made to Bloom
There’s something timeless about a handwritten card — especially when it unfolds like a little secret garden. This Victorian folded Mother’s Day card began as an original gouache painting in my studio, inspired by folklore florals, heirloom valentines, and the quiet language of flowers. Each bloom was chosen with intention: pink carnations for enduring love, […]