Goddess of Compassion, 2023, mixed media, 8 x 6 x 6 in. / 20.32 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm. abstract Herbert Schweikle

Herbert Schweikle

I was blown up in 2006 and sustained a brain injury and PTSD

I got introduced to the world of minerals

oil on stretched canvas

Walter Smith

Goddess of Compassion, 2023, mixed media, 8 x 6 x 6 in. / 20.32 x 15.24 x 15.24 cm. abstract Herbert SchweikleGoddess of Compassion, Kate Weingart, 2023, mixed media, 8 x 6 x 6 in. 20. 32 x 15. 24 x 15. 24 cm. Ceramic, acrylic paint, beads In terms of inspiration, I drew from the contemporary and ongoing conflict between Israeli and Palestinian forces adding a profound sense of urgency and relevance to the sculpture. The Ceramic piece was consciously created as a commentary on the perpetual need for peace and understanding.