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Connections, 24x24, acrylic & mixed media. copyright 2025, Lelia Canter.

"Connections" represents our connection with the earth, trees, and the universe.
The mycelium network in the forest's soil forms pathways for trees to receive nutrients and communicate with other trees similar to the network of blood vessels, nerves, and fascia in our bodies. Similarly, the dark matter of the universe serves as a gravitational network of scaffolding for cosmic structures.

The painting also represents the fragility of life as well as its resilience.
Even in the midst of devastation from hurricane Helene as we continue to rebuild and restore while relying on our networks of community; the plants and trees are also rebuilding and restoring connections through their mycelium networks to once again renew the forest's network of trees and plants.

The Seven Sisters or Pleiades star cluster is shown in the night sky as well as the Horse Head Nebula. The Pleiades symbolize perseverence, transformation, and connection between early experiences and celestial existence. They are also seen as representatives of feminine power, wisdom, and nurture.