Jeffrey Smith: Fairer View no. 1

Jeffrey Smith takes the natural beauty of agate to a whole new level and gives it symbolic depth in his new series, Fairer View. Agate is said to be a grounding stone, bringing balance into a person's life, and serving in emotional healing. Translucent layers and natural patterns in the agate create a sense of stability and inner clarity which symbolize earth and self. Smith frames this organic centerpiece in delicate beadwork and sets his earthy, ethereal composition against a suede backing. Carefully laid beads and the reflective sheen of agate create a mirror like effect: inviting us to reflect on own countenance, not just visually, but emotionally. It encourages us to pursue a "fairer view" of ourselves and our surroundings.