Own Path (Petro-Person)

Own Path (Petro-Person)The main figure has smaller figures (one or more depending on the medium being used) within it. This represents the fact that all of us have our ancestral influences within us (our DNA, the manner in which we were raised, etc.). Even though we have these influences (for better or worse) we are the bigger figure. The main figure also has significant feet, conveying the idea that it can walk its own path.

which means peace

but this one seems to be conveying more excitement and 'movement' in its gathering efforts

this is a way down to the water

This figure is also connected to the buffalo skull

and creating

When the heart 'sees' in a light filled way the person will see things for which to be grateful

" The "person" is in an attitude of extreme celebration and joy

The interlocked (as if swirling together) lines represent treaty

This seeing in gratitude reflects back to the heart

and the symbol for journey and spring also occur

Traveling through canyon labyrinths of the American Southwest

These 'sand paintings' convey a wide variety of stories and concepts