Demdaco Willow Tree Brother and Sister Figurine

In this ninth year of Willow Tree, Susan Lordi continues to create sculptures that speak in quiet and meaningful ways of healing and hope, love and family. Her newest Figurines work beautifully in groupings with formats such as Photo Frames and Memory Boxes. Willow Tree captures moments in time, and turns them into lifelong memories.

Message: "By my side"

Inspiration - Susan's explanation of the inspiration and creative process behind specific sculptures: By my side - Introduced January 2008

"I wanted to capture a moment of siblings relating. My memories of when my kids were about middle school age... and I would occasionally discover them starting to express their opinions and feelings to each other in a surprisingly sensitive way. Those times are few and precious... when we get a little glimpse of maturity happening before our eyes."

"This piece speaks of the strength of sibling relationships built on a foundation of shared background. The sentiment 'By my side' alludes to the unspoken support and consistent presence that we can take for granted when we're children, but grow to appreciate as we age. The figurine acknowledges the realization that your brother or sister was always there for you. The sentiment could also imply that regardless of where our sibling is, he or she is truly always by our side."

Size: 5.5" H
Artist: Susan Lordi
Gift Giving Idea: Mother's Day (Mothers)
Materials: Resin
Packaging: Gift Box

Artist Information
Susan Lordi's art reflects our relationships with people and the world around us. Her keen observation of the human form is further inspired by ballet, modern dance, nature, and her personal experiences with family and friends. These influences are revealed in her Willow Tree sculptures, from which emotion is communicated through gestures only.

Besides her work in sculpture, Susan has always loved making art with cloth. She has a Master of Fine Arts in Textile Design, and her fiber art has been exhibited internationally. A monograph of her art textiles has been published in the Portfolio Collection by Telos Art Publishing and she is featured in the book Art Textiles of the World: USA. Susan maintains a studio in Kansas City, Missouri.