Chinese dragon

This shell-shaped, ceramic sculpture depicts four dragons (Qing Long) in ink. It is from a series of works entitled the 'High-Fire Series' which explores the dualities and contradictions of the modern world. The fragile medium and painterly technique is contrasted with the form which itself is implicitly aggressive and destructive. The underlying personal significance deals with the broader theme of war and the affect on family. Her ceramics are a universal comment on the fragility of life and connections in a world where conflict is ultimately inevitable. The dragon is a particularly poignant symbol within Chinese folklore, considered representative of power and strength, and likewise contributes significantly to the central theme. They are symbolic of the world superpowers and their struggle to gain territory and power.