Weeping Willow

   The theme of this project was plants. My inspiration was the willow tree. I chose the willow tree because of the significance it had in my childhood. Willow trees signify strength, stability, and the ability to bend without breaking. For me, I remember as a child playing around with my family’s willow tree. I loved the way the willow tree vines would hang over me and made me feel secure.
   The sense of security the willow tree gave me as a child lead me to create a piece that could wrap around the body. The vines of a willow tree are light which is what drew me to use yarn. The sturdiness of the tree trunk moved me to use burlap for the base. These materials were chosen because they are lightweight and wouldn’t feel heavy on the body. 
   The art piece can go on the body by wrapping around and attach at the shoulder. The piece will feel light and airy on the body. The strands of yarn move when walking much like the vines on willow trees do in the wind.