imago corvi

adventures in enamelling, stories, music and travel

The Silver Palace of the Moon

  This is the first in a series of pieces inspired by Russian lacquer boxes which, in turn, are inspired by fairy tales. Often relegated to the status of children’s stories, … Continue reading

May 23, 2014 · Leave a comment

The Golden Palace of the Sun

  This is the second in a series of pieces inspired by Russian lacquer boxes which, in turn, are inspired by fairy tales. Often relegated to the status of children’s stories, … Continue reading

May 23, 2014 · 4 Comments

King Otter

Since my work is inspired by folklore and myth – a piece always starts with a story.In Irish folklore the otter is often characterized as a friendly and helpful creature, … Continue reading

September 11, 2009 · 4 Comments

St Patrick’s Day Stories

I was all set to write a very disgruntled St Patrick’s Day post about the evils of green beer and issues of cultural appropriation as applied to Irish culture , … Continue reading

March 17, 2009 · Leave a comment

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