Artwork details
- Medium : Wood With Stand
- Dimensions : Length: 9in, Height: 13.3in, Depth: 9in
About this artwork
Natalya, formed by grace. Inspired by the warmth of Mexican sunshine upon the five petaled hibiscus flower found in Mexico, While Natalya's golden hue shines outward, it's purple highlights capture the mysteries held within. Many hours went into its creation, from digging sun baked, dry root and cactus fibers out of the desert, to scrubbing, scouring, peeling, hollowing and hand smoothing, with dozens of layers treatment. Driven by the structure…
and feel of the cactus fibers, Natalya was formed to absorb then amplify light, to illuminate what we choose to share while protecting the mystery hidden within us all. Raye hopes Natalya shines for you, as well.
Nath Raye
United States
Credentials
- Established Artist
- Experienced Artist
- Residency Participant
- Works on commission
« The need to sculpt surges into my hands; merging inspiration with political, glorious mother earth with humanity. Connecting us, you and I. »
Nath Raye is an acclaimed artist from the United States whose work has been featured in international publications. She discovered the healing properties of art after recovering from a spinal injury by collecting sun baked cactus carcasses in the desert and turning this raw material into sculptures. Inspired by the beauty of nature, each piece Raye crafts is made from a natural piece of wood or fiber found in the desert.