Michael S. Ballew
Use of Circles and Colors in my work...
To American Indians, the circle represents life, mother earth, the universe...quite simply, "The Circle of Life". The Circle of Life is also known as the Medicine Wheel. It represents a pathway to truth, piece and harmony. The circle is never ending. We each reside at a different continuum at different times during our life journey, but at some point, we will experience each spoke of the wheel. That combination of experiences makes us whole and our spirit strong.
Note on use of the Sacred Colors (red, blue, black and white) in my work... Unless the subject of my work is a truly "traditional" Medicine Wheel and/or other traditional subject matter, I do not always follow the ancient meaning of the colors. For example, I use may use blue for peace, the sky, water, movement. I may use red for vitality, courage, confidence. You get the idea. I take a New Age Perspective. See that section under the Symbols and Meanings tab for additional information.
Note on use of the Sacred Colors (red, blue, black and white) in my work... Unless the subject of my work is a truly "traditional" Medicine Wheel and/or other traditional subject matter, I do not always follow the ancient meaning of the colors. For example, I use may use blue for peace, the sky, water, movement. I may use red for vitality, courage, confidence. You get the idea. I take a New Age Perspective. See that section under the Symbols and Meanings tab for additional information.
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Tree of Life and Wisdom
Mixed media on board with pages from antique dictionary. Carved patterns with numerous acrylic washes. Photo transfer on glass. Native American symbols along with words and images on dictionary pages are used to link the background and photo transfer to create the meaning and spirit of the piece.
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
Going Home
Mixed media on board with pages from antique dictionary. Carved patterns with numerous acrylic washes. Photo transfer on glass. Native American symbols along with words and images on dictionary pages are used to link the background and photo transfer to create the meaning and spirit of the piece.
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
Inner Spirit, Inner Strength
Mixed media on board with pages from antique dictionary. Carved patterns with numerous acrylic washes. Photo transfer on glass. Native American symbols along with words and images on dictionary pages are used to link the background and photo transfer to create the meaning and spirit of the piece.
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
SOLD
The Truth is Within Us
Mixed media on board with pages from antique dictionary. Carved patterns with numerous acrylic washes. Photo transfer on glass. Native American symbols along with words and images on dictionary pages are used to link the background and photo transfer to create the meaning and spirit of the piece.
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
$110.00 (no frame needed)
Mixed Media
12" X 12"
$110.00 (no frame needed)