Shari Brown's Da'at heART Wood ~ Driftwood Sculpture Exhibition at Blue Whale Gallery
Exhibition runs from February 13th - 28th, 2014.
Gallery open Friday through Monday, noon to 4pm
Shari Brown brings her full attention to the collection and construction of her driftwood sculptures. As she walks on beaches near her home in Victoria, she connects deeply with certain pieces of driftwood. “I feel the history and density of the wood,” she says. When she assembles her artworks, she often finds her chosen pieces are just the ones she needs.
Her sculpture “Breathe” on Gonzales Beach has delighted beach-walkers and garnered hand-written notes of appreciation.“These sculptures are my gift to the world,” says Shari, “my way of sharing with others and adding positive heart energy to the planet.” Shari believes we are evolving as a species, co-creating with the earth an era of peaceful coexistence. She supports the Global Coherence Initiative which furthers these ideals. |
![]() Peter Tongue is a former school principal, who taught chemistry and physical education at St Michael’s University School for 13 years. His teaching career provided him with a deep understanding of the human condition. Tongue’s radio show, Awakening to Conscious Co-creation, has a worldwide audience that envisions a new era for humanity.
The artist attends meditation sessions hosted by Tongue in his studio. “When Shari arrived in Victoria two years ago,” he says, “she was ready to go on a journey of the heart.” By opening up her own heart, Shari accessed her unique creative gifts, evident in these three-dimensional forms. |
![]() Da’at is a sacred Hebrew word with dual meanings: consciousness and knowledge. To become calm and coherent while working, Shari uses skills learned from heart-based instruction programs. Her facilitators, Sheva Carr and Robert Browning, joined guests at the opening. They presented a workshop on Feb 15 about HeartMath and Heart-based creativity. “I am deeply grateful to Sheva and Robert for giving me the tools to access my heart’s intelligence," says Shari. "My artistic journey and this exhibition are the fortunate outcomes.” www.heartmastery.com |
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“I like the glow and warmth of the lights woven into this heart shape,” she says. Alomes notes that every piece of driftwood holds a unique story. They have traveled far, taken by ocean currents and prevailing winds to a faraway beach. To complete their life cycle as a heart suits the material. http://naturalpod.com |
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The Blue Whale Gallery is located in the same building as The Sculpture Studio, operated by David Hunwick. Exhibition runs from February 13th - 28th. Open Friday through Monday, noon to 4pm.
The Blue Whale Gallery 211 Harbour Rd, Victoria, British Columbia V9A 3S2
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