Spider

Like many people, I’m not very fond of spiders. They’re creepy, kind of ugly, and some can be deadly. Not many of the deadly variety in Aotearoa New Zealand, but it is still unpleasant to meet up with a spider unexpectedly.

I’ve made an effort to overcome my dislike of spiders and can now relatively calmly perform catch and release rescue operations for unwanted visitors in the house.

Spider, 2024, Albrecht Durer Faber Castell Polychromos,  20cm  x 30cm
I borrowed an idea from Pinterest and made these beautiful jeweled spiders.  A bit more colorful and sparkly than your usual garden variety of spider but still a little creepy.

I’m hoping that by looking at spiders a little differently, I can ease my fear of them.   Don’t hate me cos I’m ugly.

Published by Smokey Gnome

Artist, craftsperson, journallor, maker, creator, recycler, refurbisher. So many projects so little time.

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