Wind or Wither

A singular artwork capturing the resilience of the musk-ox as it withstands the unforgiving tundra winds. Rather than an adversary, wind serves a vital ecological function for this arctic creature, sweeping away snow to expose the grasses and shrubs beneath—essential sustenance through the harsh winter months. This piece was conceived when Wren discovered a mushroom whose natural indentation evoked the distinctive profile of the animal's head and horns, inspiring the artist to translate that organic form into a meditation on survival and adaptation in extreme environments.