Welcome to Copper Fairies!

I have been making handmade copper fairies, goddesses, mermaids, dragonflies, butterflies, dogs, devas, sprites, and other whimsical, magical creatures since 1994. I live with my husband, 3 year-old son, two horses, and one kitty in Humboldt County, Northern California. It is a short horseback ride to the foggy, coastal forests and rocky beaches, and it is there that I find my inspiration.

My copper sculptures serve as whimsical accents to the home or garden. My work tends to revolve around the themes of nature, plants and the spirit of fairies. Many of the fairies I create are designed to teach their owners about the healing, restorative, and medicinal powers of the herbs after which the fairies' wings are shaped. Each fairy is sold with a story book describing the fairy lore as well as the plant after which the wing is shaped.

All of the staked sculptures are designed to hold a small birthday candle on their backside which serves as a reminder to make blessings and wishes. When the sculptures are placed between a lit candle and the wall, they produce wonderful shadows, hence the name “Shadow casters.”

Both the window hanging and the staked sculptures are meant to be used inside or outside. They will not weaken in structure, or crumble apart as a result of being out in the elements. Although it is important to take note that these sculptures are made from sheet copper. The nature of copper is to shift and change in color when exposed to the elements. They will take on the beautiful greens and browns of a copper patina within a few months of being outside. Indoors, they will not change in color.

Many of the fairies and dragonflies have tiny Eucalyptus pod wind chimes hanging from them. These Obsidian Windchimes are made exclusively by my friends and fellow artists, Deborah & Richard Bloom, of Portland, Oregon. We have collaborated on the pieces noted and all three of us fully participate in the creation of each one.
The sound of these windchimes is created by shards of obsidian which are strung on beaded lines of filament. The sound is indeed similar to the music of fairy bells carried in the wind.

Art has always been my passion. I feel that the most important lesson we can learn in this lifetime is to follow our passions. If we are doing what we love than we are truly living. My inspiration comes from being in the Redwoods and on the rugged, desolate beaches of Northern California with my horse Gammaray. This time has allowed me a unique opportunity to discover the cycles of plants and their importance in our lives. The plants are our allies. They are able and willing to nourish our bodies and spirits. I find refuge from the stress and over-stimulation of our culture by allowing the wisdom of both plants and animals to guide me.

My intention is that people will allow the light of the Fairies to touch their souls, and in turn share these lessons with their friends, family and children.

PLEASE NOTE: All pieces are created by hand, so no two items are identical. That's the beauty of these sculptures! Please allow for slight variances from what is shown in the made to order photos.

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