"Phoenix as Rubedo" is from the collection "The Dream Collector: Specimens Oneiritica"  reflect images from my dreams that I have been collecting, examining and processing over the last twenty years of my life. 

 By combining Oneirology with Entomology, these displayed alchemical symbols have been extracted from the dream, according to identity and alchemical process, and made into one-of-a-kind amulets. The illustrations along with natural found objects, like flowers, stones, seaweed, are put into resin inside upcycled copper. These unique art pieces act as a talisman, bringing potency and special gifts to the wearer. Each amulet carries a special name and detailed explanation of its properties. From inviting in love, joy and abundance to clearing out old energy to make way for the new, take your time examining each image and see which one “calls to you.” Then have fun seeing which alchemical process is present for you or a loved one at this time. 

These amulets also naturally defuse essential oils while you wear it and enhances the experience. Just add a drop of the recommended therapeutic oils (or your own concoction!) onto the Basalt (lava) rock. The oils absorb into the basalt stone and will emit the wondrous scent! This lasts longer than wearing it on your skin which is also beneficial to those with skin and/or allergies to perfumes. Basalt/Lava stone has its own healing properties. Basalt is formed from molten lava or rock that was heated so much it turned liquid; you can only imagine the strength, fire and power contained within basalt! A perfect stone for focusing on and grounding specific intentions or properties.

This piece taps into joy, purification and higher consciousness after journeying through the Dark Forest and making it to the other side. It is the talisman of the Hero who is reborn anew and returns with the Elixir. 

Collection: Fauna, phoenix

Identity: The Phoenix as Rubedo

Process: Calcinatio, rubedo, purification, rebirth, transformation, initiation, vitality, higher consciousness, life force, strength and joy to live your true purpose  

Element: Fire/Earth

Essence: Cypress, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang
Cedar, Juniper, Orange, Jasmine, Rose, Cinnamon