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Clarksville, Virginia is a hidden jewel. I like to describe life here as “living in a crack between worlds”. Clarksville possesses a quiet beauty combined with a vibrant populace, all set against the backdrop of one of America’s largest lakes. Planning a visit to this unique place? Here are just a few suggestions.

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Slow down, breathe the air, enjoy your friends and family, weave a basket. The simple joys of living will help you live a longer and healthier life.

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This colossal egg, fashioned by sculptor Marc Staples, boasts a composition of torched steel nestled within a copper framework. The egg stands at 16 inches in length, 13 inches in width, and 7 inches in height.

Production of the egg became a creative journey for the artist. Marc first welded together over 100 small steel fragments of diverse shapes. Following this, he meticulously polished the surface before employing an oxy/acetylene torch to imbue the piece with a spectrum of colors. Finally, Marc delicately ensconced the steel egg within a nest crafted from an array of copper wire gauges.

In mythology, eggs play a symbolic role in many cultures and religions. It oval shape is a symbol of fertility, eternity, and the circle of life with neither beginning nor end. In the Egyptian myth of Creation, eggs were linked to the creation of the universe, suggesting that the Earth itself may have been born out of an egg.

This lovely sculpture and much more can be seen at the Lago Luna Gallery in Buffalo Junction, Virginia. Plan a visit. www.lagolunastudio.com

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The first Mission Style wind bell of 2024.

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Exploring Clarksville, A Hidden Gem Near Raleigh, NC.

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