24x24x.5

Photo encaustic, natural pigments, antique lace, dry stems and hemp twine on birch ply board

2024

 Inspired by one of Rachel Carson’s most poignant quotes, this encaustic piece captures the harmony and interconnectedness of the natural world: “The more clearly we can focus our attention on the wonders and realities of the universe about us, the less taste we shall have for destruction.” The painting features a delicate representation of an outbuilding at the Rachel Carson Homestead, nestled in a sunlit forest. Lace, hemp cording, and jute twine weave through the composition, symbolizing the fragile yet resilient threads of life. Beneath, the organisms of the earth are depicted in unity, vibrating with life and balance. This piece celebrates the beauty of nature and calls for its preservation, reflecting Freddie’s deep reverence for the environment and Carson’s enduring legacy.