These figures are meant as universal symbols of humanity in touch with a sense of spirit within all, and that connects individuals with one another, as well as to the universe as a whole. An awareness of this deeper experience of life can be felt in spite of the imperfection, rigidity, and uncertainty that may be part of our daily lives. The collage elements are comprised of bits and pieces of notes, mail, newsprint and other symbols of daily life, which are part of the area surrounding the usually introspective figure, illuminated by light symbolic of the metaphysical, or the Creator. The ambiguous location of the figure helps to emphasize the experience of an inner life.