“Awareness”

Pine, Broomcorn, Nylon cord, Bamboo yarn
Eastern Rust Gall disease is cause by a fungus living and growing in the vascular cambium of certain pine
trees. The galls are solid masses that can grow for years and become several inches across. I have always
said that the best broom handles are like people, the more they go through in their lives, the more
character they have. This piece reminds me that despite the random cruelty that nature can dish out, those
strong-willed survivors always have the very best character and natural beauty. This piece is dedicated to
my own survivor, my beautiful and loving wife, Diana.