Flower mandala made entirely of flowers, leaves, and butterfly wings on framed silver hexagonal glass. One of a kind! Approx. 10" x 11.5" .  All materials on this piece are :
- Ethically sourced
- Hand-picked and preserved
- Sealed to protect against weathering, aging, and color fade.
 
~*~*~Asteria~*~*~
This unique piece is created on a hexagonal glass pane framed in an antique silver-colored metal. Asteria is the Greek goddess of fallen stars, nighttime divination, and dreams. She was the mother of Hekate, goddess of witchcraft, and her mythology has entranced me since I was a young girl. Asteria reminds you to open your soul to the otherworld:::the subconscious space of visionary thinking, astral exploration, and celestial connection. The butterfly in the center has colors on her wings that I cannot even comprehend...so vibrant and neon and glowing! 
 
Each element of this piece is hand-collected and pressed/preserved by me. This piece contains a real south Asian butterfly, species unknow.  angels breath flower, hydrangea, blue orchid, and various wildflowers.
 
This butterfly was gifted by a friend who works at a butterfly sanctuary. This beautiful creature was collected after passing away naturally, and is now honored and cherished forever. 
 
-Not for outdoor placement, keep indoors to avoid water damage.-
 
Best to keep away from direct sunlight, as the plants will fade over time if placed in a window! The fading of plants is natural and does not take away from their beauty, but rather reminds us of the constant change in life. If you are okay with this, then a window is fine. But keep in mind--the colors will stay forever if kept away from direct strong light.
 
~Each piece that I make is created in an intentional, devotional space. I sit with the plants and create whatever my inner vision directs me to. This is my sacred practice, and it is suffused with magic and love!~