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Natural Artifacts Add “Life” to Unique Sculpture

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Blue Morph (resized)Who ever said you had to stick with the usual materials when creating artwork that is beautiful, certainly original and eco-friendly to boot! Artist Cary Henrie has become well known for his rich, sometimes highly ornamented paintings and is always “pushing the envelope” to come up with ways to explore his own creativity as well as being eco-friendly in his use of materials.  In his most recent work, Henrie has come up with a very unique type of sculpture called “Life Vessels” in which he incorporates various Natural Artifacts such as Morpho butterflies, dragonflies and various forms of plant life. The sculptures themselves have the Henrie signature writings, symbols, maps, and compasses adorning them.

From the rainforest to the gallery, Henrie’s “Life Vessels” are amazing to view from both sides as the sculptures allow the insects to have the beautiful effect of “hovering” in flight in Sedona, Arizona!.

With a wingspan of almost eight inches, cobalt-blue Morpho butterflies are some of the largest in the world.  Morphos currently face habitat destruction and extinction. The Amazon Conservation Association is working with the indigenous Queros Wachiperi community to protect Morphos through sustainable harvesting and creating a market for ecotourism in southeastern Peru where these butterflies reach their peak of diversity. . .8 species sited where the piedmont and lowland species meet. The result: one of the richest Morpho communities in existence is found along this narrow strip of land situated between the lowlands and the highlands. This project provides a sustainable source of income for the Queros Wachiperi community, provides an opportunity for the public to experience this immense species richness, and guaranteeing long-term preservation of these rare, threatened butterflies.

Enjoy your visit to James Ratliff Gallery where these new Cary Henrie sculptures and paintings will be available from Oct. 3rd.  There’s always something new to see and add to the beauty and style of your home!

Written by Patricia Ratliff  

Tri Eternus ........ 24x36 Tri Spiral


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