This sculpture bears witness to the intricacies of loss and the transformative journey of grief. It reflects the artist's experience with the passing of a pitbull named Stripes, rescued by the artist and their partner. Stripes, a sweet being scarred by abuse, was deeply loved and became a profound source of connection. Through this relationship, the artist learned about the depths of loss, the echoes of grief, and the transformative power of honoring a life once lived. Grappling with the weight of Stripes' death, the artist reflects on the physical act of burial—a ritual imbued with reverence and catharsis. Each shovel of earth serves as a testament to the fragility of existence, a tender farewell to a spirit that touched the artist in ineffable ways. In the soft embrace of soil, the artist offers Stripes a final resting place, a sanctuary where pain dissolves into peace. Amidst loss and grief, the artist finds solace in bearing witness to the passage of life—at once fragile and resilient.
