Personal Mythology
This series uses an artistic language of archetypes to express my connection
to the myth of Ariadne and Theseus in the Labyrinth.
In Jung's terms, 'Archetype' is defined as the first original model of which
all other similar persons, objects, or concepts are merely derivative, copied, patterned, or emulated.
to the myth of Ariadne and Theseus in the Labyrinth.
In Jung's terms, 'Archetype' is defined as the first original model of which
all other similar persons, objects, or concepts are merely derivative, copied, patterned, or emulated.
Ariadne's Thread
24x30 Mixed Media on Canvas
Segment of Ariadne's Thread:
Here Ariadne longs for Theseus to complete his mission with her help. 
Segment of Ariadne's Thread:
Here Ariadne is with Theseus after he completes his mission using the thread she gave him to use as a compass to get back. 
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Adding to the theme are three 8x8 collages on canvas.
Ariadne's Gate
Into the Labyrinth
Out of the Labyrinth
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