Surrounded by Love

The world famous Willow Tree figurines by Susan Lordi! Height 13 cm.

I wanted to make a figure with her face in the flowers, taking them in with her senses – smelling then, feeling the petals against her face; feeling safe in that surround. So this piece could say to someone that they are loved by those around them… if a person is experiencing difficulty, it could be a reminder of family and friends who are there for them. It could be a romantic way to say that your love is surrounding one special person… or just a gift for someone who loves to garden. I like that people read this piece differently. The choice of red poppies was influenced by trips to France, seeing fields of poppies. The red poppy symbolizes remembrance, so this piece could be a tribute to those who served our country. -Susan Lord