Celestial Quest

Figure 24 - Eden Lost (English Walnut and Buckeye – 24” x 12”)

Represents (with a tinge of surrealism) the downfall of humanity. Was originally a burntout log found in California by a friend of mine and brought to me in hopes I could create something out of it. Though I made full use of the distorted formation (e.g. skull) I nonetheless pursued a mythological theme including the serpent and human factor. The upward lifting arms and hands in prayerful position also gives the viewer elements of hope, in midst of distortion/suffering.

Celestial Quest

Published on Jan 22, 2010

Michael Nichols

About

The purpose here is to introduce the Reader to my own original art form, (“Spiritual Expressionism”) and show how I have used this “Gift of Art” in my continuing Celestial Quest. I further hope that those viewing this unique art form will, at least to a degree, feel the divine spirit I credit with the creation of my art and in this way possibly aid them in their own Quest. “Spiritual Expressionism is to me an expression of art that comes from within my soul (or spiritual essence) and flows outward as conceptual interpretations. These concepts are manifested and brought to reality via the sculptural process in stone, wood, bronze, metal, clay, as well as through the various two-dimensional media. Biblical, as well as mythical themes are usually inherent in much of my work, as well as attempts to reflect universal concepts and human emotions. Mine is not, however, religious art per se, with that art form’s standard Institutional connotations.

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