The Sparkle Series arose from an exploration of Joy

Sometimes a little shimmer and panache is all that is needed to capture the light once again. ‘Her cheeks were glowing and the lustre of her eyes was like the sparkle of the stars.’ Positive emotion creates dynamic energy and vitality. The material of Birchwood is chosen for its significance in Augius’ influence from cultural folk mythology of Lithuania as well their beautiful wood grain that holds a story of nature. The scintillation of metal flakes are chosen for their ability to provoke gaiety and radiance from the spirit of the viewer.