Symbolically, I think of the mask as being a lens through which we perceive our world. The mask is the physical manifestation of that perception. We wear many masks at different times for different reasons.

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   I believe we often create infinite illusions that separate ourselves from our true nature, and that it would take many lifetimes as a mask maker to express all of our facets. I compare this concept to the crown Chakra which is represented as a lotus with a thousand petals and symbolizes enlightenment.  I have always saved the eye’s I cut from each leather mask with hopes of creating a giant Mandala from these precious remains. I envision it as my creative lotus of a thousand petals and all masks become one, revealing our true nature, that we are one.

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 Thank you for your interest and support.

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Namaste,

ELD

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E.L.Downey