I looked through images over the past 6 years and Sido’s ring was always on my hand. I left my house once over those years without it and totaled my car. Enough said. Over this summer, I looked up at the image I have had of Tata and Sido on my wall for years now to see him actually wearing it and my heart felt more secure ever since.

The snake ring is a special gift from my mother purchased at Akra Jewelers on our 2018 trip to Jerusalem. It has always represented beauty in power.

Acrylic on canvas

10” x 10”

This silver cuff is the only subject of this series that was passed down to me on my paternal side of my family. This was also the first painting completed in this series.

The beauty and sound of these dangling earrings have been a staple since I found them at Tata’s home all these years ago. With every move, there is music, letting my presence be known and allowing me to take up space.