In the Joy of Others
Suzette Bruggeman
- Country
- Born 1972, United States; residing Montana
- Dimensions
- 46 x 31 x 4.25 In.
- Medium
- Rocks, sea glass, and gemstone
Composed of discarded stones and seaglass gathered by the artist for twenty years, figures join hands as they dance, lift, love, and serve. From that service rises a wave of color through which a bat, bird, and dragonfly soar; balloons rise up; and life joyfully tumbles. Bruggeman comments about giving kind assistance: “One gets back more than they give; a sweet, holy joy that gives value and meaning to life and leaves the soul feeling whole and satisfied.”
“Compassionate service isn’t always convenient or easy. Yet . . . giving of myself is always an antidote to my own suffering.”