Memento

 

"safe in here"
Marble, wood, wood stain. 
3" x 1.5" x 1

Growing up with adhd was one of the hardest things I had to overcome. The constant need for stimulation was crippling and affected me and those around me. One of my favorite pastimes was playing with marbles and climbing trees in order to feel stimulated. This sculpture embodies all of the things i used to love as a little boy and reminds me of all the times I would escape to climb a tree and my obsession of holding and playing with marbles which gave me comfort. 












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