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A few notes on Hexagram:
This image is based on a Christmas motif found in vintage
children’s books and cards. It is usually centered on an evergreen tree, with
the animals celebrating the holiday in the forest. This particular version
refers to a golden-book illustration from the 1950's.
Thinking of the evergreen as a symbol of Christmas, I was
reminded of its legendry status among pagan religions. Trees that remain green
throughout the winter have held magical status for the Egyptians, Romans, and
Ancient Druids.
The idea of anthropomorphized animals fills pagan legend.
Seeing these forest animals marching in a circle seemed almost ritualistic, and
so the idea for this painting was born.
The animals carry the minor arcana of the tarot, the
swords, wands, cups, and pentacles... These suits regard the 4 elements,
suggesting they are either in control of or burdened by the elements or their
aspects. One animal carries the odd item, the skull. A symbol of esoteric
knowledge (as well as mortality), the skull in this circle may imply the death
card of the tarot. The death card of the tarot is tied to change, and an
exchange of energies.
The circle these animals tread upon is a Pseudo-Hexagram
of their own design. The Pseudo-Hexagram, as used in the Golden Dawn system of
magic, or by Aliester Crowley, is attached to the presidency of the sun and moon
over the 4 elements united in the spirit... this implies that the animals may be
taking charge of the elements they carry, and that they will be the agents of
change. (And the fact that the skull is human suggests a nature vs. man
scenario.)
Of course, it is not meant to be a frightening image.
While the world around them is dark, a bright light is focused on the animals.
Smiles and confidence abound in this little group. It is a celebration,
reassuring us of the evergreen magic of nature!
