Deep Observations or I Am Kinda Strange

While working on mandalas the other day, I began to think about things that I am attracted to and love to draw, collect or am just purely interested in. This prompted me to look at a few of my pinterest boards (and this is why I like pinterest) in order to gain some perspective. I began to notice some connections and as I did things began to become more concrete in my mind. I see a long time pattern of these things that weaves through out my life time. In reading this you may discover much about me including that I am big geek.

Now remember, my word for this year is "COMPLETE" which is what gave me the idea for CIRCLES or MANDALA. I have always been intrigued by KALEIDOSCOPES, STAINED GLASS, ZEN GARDENS AND ROCKS. I love to do CROCHET and have made numerous DOILIES. I can spend hours looking at JAPANESE DESIGN PATTERNS, KAMON (family crests), COLOR WHEELS, LEAVES, SHELLS, PINECONES, CLOCKS, GLOBES, COMPASSES, TREE RINGS. I am fascinated by STRING ART, SPIROGRAPHS, NAUTILUS, FIBONACCI, THE GOLDEN SPIRAL, ORIENTAL CARPETS, POLISH POTTERY, PLANTS, HENNA, TATTOOS, ABORIGINAL ART, AND ZENTANGLES.

Take a look at my boards and see how many times these things are pinned to numerous ones. These types of things are all over my house and included in my sketchbooks regularly. My husband informs me that no, not everyone collects this stuff and has boxes and jars and bowls and shlves filled with them. Hmmm. But its not just the circle that reappears - its the patterns. Though I do not know what it is all about I do know that I draw comfort and peace from these things.  Has anyone else ever seen this type of connection in your art, personal preferences, collections etc?  I would be fascinated to hear about it. If no one else does then it gives credence to my alternate title choice and I readily admit I am kinda strange.

BTW...I have one daughter who loves triangles.
I am not quite sure what is wrong with her.

Just kidding you crazy-bohemian-artsy-fartsy-hippie-weirdo-wild-child-of- mine!

Note: I know for many mandala, circles, etc are a spiritual symbol and it is for me as well. I welcome others to share their beliefs but please do not debate or disrespect any one else's beliefs or values if you choose to comment here. This space is not to bash any one or convince anyone they are wrong and you are right. Just like in my home, all are welcome here!

For what its worth: I am a Christian and just like Jesus, I hang out with everyone! Otherwise, who knows? I might miss out on making a great friend.