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In the centre of the mandala the waves, as well as the dolphins, form the ancient Celtic symbol of �triskele� (the spiral). This symbol denotes a variety of �trinities� including earth, water and sky (and of course their inhabitants). It symbolizes a system in motion where each is a part of the whole and where one is affected, there is consequence to the whole system. The feeling of motion in this symbol represents action and progress (a revolution of sorts): all that is needed to bring our system back into balance and let sanity prevail.

THE MAGIC IS IN THE MOMENT: “I paint Moments. The textured under-paintings and colours I use in my work illuminate the energy of the moments I paint. My mission as an artist is to remind us to allow the beautiful moments of our lives to wash over us. To me, this is where the magic of life resides.” Janet McDonald Nanaimo, BC based artist, Janet McDonald, works in acrylic and oils. She loves the buttery feel and blend-ability of oils to whip up a Latin or Hawaiian Dancer, and the brilliance of the acrylic colours and their quick-dry nature for wildlife. Whatever the subject matter, strong colour and light are consistent components of her unique style. Janet re-discovered her artistic talents in mid-life (now that’s a good crisis!)....