SUNCATCHER - SG CHAKRAZ

SUNCATCHER - SG CHAKRAZ

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Price: $75.00 each  (does not include shipping)

ABOUT THE PIECE

These SG Chakraz are simple yet stunning pieces that can either hang in a window, on a wall or practically anywhere you wish to hang them. When hung in a window with sunlight streaming through, they cast the beautiful chakra colors into the room.

A chakra is an energy point or node in the subtle body. Chakras are part of the subtle body, not the physical body, and as such are the meeting points of the subtle (non-physical) energy channels called nadi. Nadi are channels in the subtle body through which the life force (prana) (non-physical) or vital energy (non-physical) moves. Various scriptural texts and teachings present a different number of chakras. There are many chakras in the subtle human body according to the tantric texts, but there are seven chakras that are considered to be the most important ones.

This piece is designed to represent the seven major chakras. Each piece of glass has been chosen specifically for this purpose.

The seven major chakras starting from the top down.

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Sahasrara (Sanskrit: सहस्रार, IAST: Sahasrāra, English: "thousand-petaled") or crown chakra is generally considered to be the state of pure consciousness, within which there is neither object subject

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Ajna (Sanskrit: आज्ञा, IAST: Ājñā, English: "command") or third-eye chakra is symbolized by a lotus with two petals, and corresponds to the colors violet, indigo or deep blue, though it is traditionally described as white.

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Vishuddha (Sanskrit: विशुद्ध, IAST: Viśuddha, English: "especially pure"), or Vishuddhi, or throat chakra is depicted as a silver crescent within a white circle, with 16 light or pale blue, or turquoise petals.

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Anahata (Sanskrit: अनाहत, IAST: Anāhata, English: "un struck") or heart chakra is symbolized by a circular flower with twelve green petals called the heart mind.

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Manipura (Sanskrit: मणिपूर, IAST: Maṇipūra, English: "jewel city") or solar plexus/navel chakra is symbolized by a downward pointing triangle with ten petals, along with the color yellow. 

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Svadhishthana (Sanskrit: स्वाधिष्ठान, IAST: Svādhiṣṭhāna, English: "one's own base") or sacral chakra is symbolized by a white lotus within which is a crescent moon, with six vermilion, or orange petals. 

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Muladhara (Sanskrit: मूलाधार, IAST: Mūlādhāra, English: "root support") or root chakra is symbolized by a lotus with four petals and the color red. 

Each of the pieces of glass that represent the seven major chakras are connected by one solid piece of copper wire that integrates a hanging loop not only on the top from which to hang the piece by, but there is also a hanging loop at the base of each piece. This allows you to hang any item you may want to from this piece, such as; crystals, pictures, findings etc...

In addition, the construct of the piece is also copper foil which creates a wonderful "lattice work" that conducts energies up and down the piece. Each piece is finished with a copper patina.

Each of these SG Chakraz are unique due to the way they are created and the nature of art glass. Each one has its own unique personality. Some of them will have iridized glass while others will not. Some will have translucent glass or maybe opalescent glass.

My goal is to create a piece of art that you can hand down to the next generation and beyond. It is made in my studio, in the good ole USA. I attempt to source the materials I use for construction as locally as possible..

Approximate size is: 3 inches wide x 32 inches tall

Many times these pieces can be customized to your liking, including the ability to take an item such as a personal crystal, memorial item, various findings, etc... and incorporating them into the piece for you. Contact me for more details.

I am available for custom work as well. CLICK HERE to learn more. In addition, if you have a particular item you would like to be incorporated into a custom piece, I can normally accommodate that. Contact me for further details and pricing.

Remember, when you purchase from an independent artist, you are supporting someone that has worked hard to develop their skills, knowledge and creativity. With those dollars, the artist is able to pay their bills, buy food for their family and in return keep those dollars in the local market.

I appreciate all of you who have purchased my work and are about to, without you I could not do this!

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NOTE IN REGARDS TO CLEANING

Do not use a cleaning product that contains ammonia as this will create oxidation (a white powdery build up on the metal) of the piece. A soft cloth and mild dishwashing detergent may be used, wring out excess and dry immediately.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

I have been doing Stained Glass work, and working with glass as a medium, off and on since 1988. I was very heavy into art while in school which lead my shop trades teacher to ask me if I would volunteer some of my time to do artwork and help in the production of some stained glass panels for a display to compete in a state championship for VICA (Vocational Industrial Clubs of America).

I said yes and found myself working in a local stained glass studio, with one of the sweetest little ole ladies around, her name was Beatrice Stebbing. I guess she saw something in me because she contacted me and asked me if I would like to come to work for her, and I said yes. So while still in High School I started working for her, and there began my career in stained glass.

In the years since I have worked for other studios as well as operating my own studio for many years.

I am known for my unique 3 dimensional glass sculptures as well as very unique one of a kind designs. I enjoy creating "interactive" art, which is why you will find me creating items such as; pyramids that open, wands that can be held or sculptures that contain kaleidoscopes, which promotes the "viewer" of the art to actually interact with the art.

I utilize age old techniques and combine those techniques with modern materials. Adding to that my years of experience, my goal is to create works of art that will stand the test of time, which will allow them to be handed down from generation to generation.

I am skilled in not only the production, but the instruction of the following;

- Leading (Traditional leaded glass work using lead construct as well as zinc, copper, brass and more)

- Copper foil (aka Tiffany style)

- Dalle de verre glass (aka faceted slab glass)

- English weaving (a solderless technique of construction where all but he border is "woven")

- Beveled and custom beveling

- Etching (multi layer sandblast etching as well as acid etching)

- Carving (carving into thick glass using a sandblaster which gives depth and detail)

- Torch work (aka lamp working and glass bead making)

- Kiln work (fusing and slumping)

- Painting and firing (age old techniques that allows the addition of detail to glass via painting and then firing in kiln)

- 3 dimensional work (kaleidoscopes, boxes, lampshades and sculptural type work)

- Restorations (skilled in the restoration of turn of the century works)

- Repairs (if it is broken, I can almost always fix it)

If you are wanting a custom piece created, or have a piece that is damaged and requires repair, contact me for a quote.

Growing up in Northwest Arkansas ( NWA ) I consider this area my home. I currently reside in Northeast Oklahoma and still consider the Ozarks my home. I am available and can provide service anywhere, for any project. I ship through out the United States as well as Internationally.

To contact me you can email at frank@creationsbyelder.com

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