Echoes in the Forest by CJ Henderson BGAS25

CJ Henderson
CJ Henderson
Born in Santa Barbara, California. From a young age he was inspired to create. Growing up he loved writing poetry, drawing, and creating cities both in the dirt for his matchbox cars or with Lego. This transitioned to his painting and sculpting with acrylics and wire/mixed Media sculptures. He studied art at Moorpark College, taking almost every art class they offered for 8 years. Primarily working in an abstract form, using bright vivid colors, hard color blocking and organic forms, he loves to push the envelope and think outside of the box on what colors and shapes make you feel when you look at them. He uses art as a method of therapy; Many of his pieces are an expression of his emotions, thoughts, trials and tribulations. For the past few years, CJ has returned to the art of ceramics at the Sedona Arts Center, studying and creating under the instruction of Dennis Ott; learning Raku and continuing to push the boundries of ceramics in an absract form. CJ Hopes to inspire viewers to view the world a little differently and feel the intended emotions with his works. He strives to show the world that it’s always better to create rather than destroy.
Mixed Media-Found Rocks, Copper, Glass Beads (over 40,000 Beads)

$800.00

Available

Description

Two trees stand side by side, their branches stretching toward the sky like silent witnesses to history. One tree, weathered and strong, carries the weight of absence—dedicated to those lost to the AIDS epidemic. Its limbs, though sturdy, bear marks of time and memory, each bead and telling stories of lives that were cut short. Leaves whisper in the wind, as if carrying voices of remembrance, love, and sorrow.

The second tree, vibrant and unyielding, represents the survivors. Its roots intertwine with the first, a testament to shared histories and unbreakable bonds. New growth emerges—resilience taking form in bright leaves and textured bark. This tree embodies endurance, carrying the echoes of loss while forging forward with strength.

The space between them is as profound as their presence. A conversation without words, an exchange of grief and resilience. Together, they create a living monument—a reminder that remembrance and survival are entwined, forever shaping the landscape of memory and hope.

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