Thanks for following through to the blog from Flickr.

The ‘language’ I use in my artwork is actually a cipher – I encrypt the words as a way to say things more indirectly. I like the idea of there being something written without the viewer immediately knowing what it says. I think it opens up the possibility that people will more easily project their own narrative onto the work. It also adds a playful aspect for those who see it as a challenge to try to decrypt the message.

My interest in alchemy comes from my combined interest in science and Jungian psychology. Jung felt more or less that the stages of the alchemical process parallel the psychological processes of personal growth and individuation. I am also drawn to alchemy because it is the product of a time where science and mystery were still closely joined. The result is a visually rich source of archetypal imagery to use as the basis of exploring my own creative process.

I hope this helps with your questions, thanks for your interest.

I’m curious to know what prompted your venture into this subject and your need to chronicle it in such a hugely artistic way? I looked in your ‘About’ page and in your older posts.

I’m also wondering what kind of language you are writing in? Elvish? Gaelic? I am a complete neophyte at such things like linguistics.

Your art is gorgeous but like I said, I am left with the question of ‘why?’ and would like to hear about how you came to explore the realms of alchemy and other great works.

crysti (dot) reyes (at) gmail (dot) com