THE RIPPLE EFFECT

Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped in water. the actions of individuals can have far-reaching effects." The Dalai Lama

This collection explores the interconnection between all things and the ripple effects that our thoughts, words and deeds have on the world around us.

When we acknowledge the ripple effects from everything we think, do and say; we become more connected, cooperative and accountable with ourselves and the world around us.

In the Lakota tradition, when somebody is ill the whole community gathers to say 'thank you, your illness is manifesting the dysfunction of our community and your healing is our healing because you're not separate from us.

This integrated and holistic thinking permeates a alot of Indigenous cultures and is often reflected in their creation stories, their language, relationship with food and deep connection to country. They view the world as part of their family, not an inanimate 'it'.

In separating ourselves from others, our environment and the elements we become individually insignificant, seeing ourselves as a drop of water, rather than an integral part of a mighty and powerful ocean.

Individually and collectively, we are the ripple effect.

**Please note: the pieces below have all sold. However, I would be happy to produce something similar for a commission.