Designing and creating something of such deep spiritual significance, but with as much usefulness as this study stand, was an undertaking very dear to my heart. Immediately upon seeing the client’s copy of Carl Jung’s Red Book, I knew it needed a ceremonial yet practical home upon which to rest. As a lover of symbolism and ornament, I was overwhelmed in journeying through the book by its richness and beauty and was overjoyed at the opportunity to create a “partner” for it. From the specific height of the stand and angle of the desktop, to the Jungian and personal symbols chosen by the client, this is the most client-specific project I have ever undertaken. I would do so again, gladly. [click to continue…]
