'Solstice Moon' was inspired by the winter countryside in East Lothian, Scotland.
Bare trees, ploughed fields, ravens, bonfires and of course the beautiful
full moon.
During the Winter Solstice, the longest night of all arrives to wrap the earth in darkness.
During the old Earth Festivals celebrants marked this turning point,
honouring the darkness and celebrating the return of the sun
by lighting bonfires and candles.
I was in Furniture School when I made this piece and experimented
with
combining wood and fabric.
19"x35"
©2003 Melinda Schwakhofer