Cosmic Wheel

glass, shells, concrete,
42 in
(106.68 cm)
Julia Muench

If you travel out West, there are many Medicine Wheel /Sacred Hoop, locations in the United States and Canada.
The sacred hoop, sometimes called medicine wheel, is the Sioux concept that all things in the universe are connected in one continuous process of growth and progression.

The concept of Cosmic Wheel (Homage) is a direct outgrowth of my existing body of artwork, based on compasses and spirals. The outward open circle spiral suggests inclusion and welcoming. In ancient times, gathering spots by various cultures were assembled of stone, created to bring about balance, connection and healing. To be clear, "Cosmic Wheel (Homage)" is inspired by the idea of balance/ healing and meaning behind the ancient medicine wheel gatherings, and not intended be an actual medicine wheel or imitation, itself.
I believe for art to communicate, it should be reachable, touchable, interacted with,
providing an avenue for sanity, peace, restoration, and helping to heal the planet.

Subject Matter: geometric landscape
Created: May 2022
Collections: Art that Reflects Musical Aspects: Rhythm/ Key colors, Calming & Healing, Lunar Aspects

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For me, Art is illuminating, healing and necessary. Creating something unique, merging color with form, and revealing new aesthetics, is a passion of mine. My body of visual artwork is influenced by a lifelong study of world cultures, music and dance. I believe art can be a way to help someone see something, maybe take them beyond expectations, opening up new worlds of possibilities. My aim in making art, is to emerge with an outcome that moves and awakens. My concern for the Earth’s environment, starting with our oceans, reveals itself through the images in some of my work, and the sustainable materials I am incorporating into my art practice.

A viewer once said of my work…” Your art reminds people of themselves, of who they really are. They recognize the art they forgot about... They realize they do know, and can know, and that they never really lost themselves, that they are still there and it makes them happy…”

I invite you, as a unique observer, to find your own take on what you see in my work, and maybe even find your own way into creating something new.

"Wondering Wheel" 2021

Julia Muench

Leonardo, NJ

Cosmic Wheel

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