Ceramic Spring Gnome ~ Transformations

Medium: Stoneware clay wheel thrown, hand sculpted & painted
According to tradition, gnomes were closely linked to the mythology of the classical elements (Earth, Fire, Water & Air) said to be the nocturnal protectors of the Earth. The light of the candle represents the sun (Fire) that aids in all life transformations. The crystal represents the rain (Water) that brings about new beginnings then grows flowers that feed the worms and transform into butterflies. Butterfly wings greet the Air