With Love, Lavinia X

So, I just finished these two Minerva plaques for my bedroom wall. I carved the main tiles and hand-finished them, but the antique frames - made in Italy - were given to me by a (Laziale) relative donkeys…

I thought I’d try and be a bit less social phobic and share a little sneak peek of what I’ve been doing whilst taking a (much-needed) mental health break. I confess that I am fully aware it’s…

I am currently away

Notwithstanding, I thought I would pop this heartfelt little message here to apologise for my silence. I have a lot going on in both my personal and creative life. Despite my periods of quiet…

I know it's been a while (as things are presently a little hectic in my life). In between all the goings on, I thought I would share something new with you! Following up on my May 1, 2022…

Before I head off next door to the Cotswolds for a little trip. I thought I would share a little sneak peek of something in the works. I’ve got a few things in the making, which is…

If so, allow me to introduce you to my Medici artisan (purposely distressed) punk flatforms crafted from cruelty-free Vegan faux leather. 

The design is free hand-painted (not printed) embellished with gold spike studding. They have a comfortable thick rubber…

I've had a few people ask me, “do you write your verse on a laptop or in a notebook?” Laptop? No, and I think it’s best to call it scribbling, or Goth Graffiti, ha! So here is a throwback to…

This is just a little message to say that this (the actual poetry pamphlet) is available to order at my Atelier. I am healing and have given an estimated date (on doctors' orders) for when I can begin shipping. I'll…

This tiny (yet lovingly made) collectable number, published on March 29th, 2022, will be available in my Atelier shortly. Unfortunately, I have fallen a little under the weather (with a non-Covid related illness). I will inform you…

Dive into the deep blue 
of my eyes, with yours, 
where the pupil eclipses the iris 
and underneath, hides 
Jupiters’ grey thunderous skies 
when I glance towards those hazel planets 
that the telescope of all my being adores 
to witness,…

“Emperor of the Realm of Woe stood forth / out of the ice from midway up his breast; / and I compare more closely with a Giant, / than merely with his arms the Giants do; /…

I thought I'd share a little sneak-peek with you.

In the grip of melancholia 

and its vast forest of thorns 

that have my flesh, scarred, 

for a beautiful creature, 

I've fallen hard 

PS. You can listen…

Around four weeks ago, I was in urgent medical care because of various (non-Covid-19) related illnesses. Over these weeks, I have been absorbing life, healing, and embracing my (Breton) Celtic heritage and its folklore.  

I have also been…

I will be listing this incense holder I made at my atelier, shortly. You can catch more of a glimpse @laviniavaleriana.

“Two households,  
both alike in dignity, 
In fair Verona,  
where we lay our scene, 
From ancient grudge  
break to new mutiny, 
Where civil blood  
makes civil hands unclean. 
From forth the fatal loins  
of these two foes 
A…

“Come, gentle night; 

come, loving, black-browed night; 

Give me my Romeo; 

and, when I shall die, 

Take him and cut him out in little stars, 

And he will make the face…

I’ve carved and hand-painted some coasters perfect for resting tea, coffee, or your tea lights. I will be listing them at my atelier, shortly. You can get a closer look @laviniavaleriana.

This is the set of Faun pendants I shared earlier, at the time of their original carving. I will be finishing them and listing them at my atelier, shortly. You can get a better peek @laviniavaleriana.

This one, as you can see, is another Satyr. This Faun is (obviously) Faunus. I've always had a fondness for the Greek and Roman religions. Thanks to an upbringing around Thessaloniki and Florence, and yonder. It is…

This is a Llargi (Moon) miniature I have made, inspired by the mystical wonder of the Basque Country. I will be listing her at my atelier, shortly. What do you think? Come take a closer look @laviniavaleriana…

This is a Llargi (Moon) miniature I have made, inspired by the mystical wonder of the Basque Country. I will be listing her at my atelier, shortly. What do you think? Come take a closer look @laviniavaleriana…

This one, as you can see, is a Satyr. I've always had a fondness for them in folklore. I and my abode are oft adorned in them. I often coat them in a mixed-media of materials. I…

This one, as you can see, is a Satyr. I've always had a fondness for them in folklore. I and my abode are oft adorned in them. I often coat them in a mixed-media of materials. I…

So what is happening with me? Well! I have hand-beaten and carved terracotta sculptures since I was a child. I am currently working on a private collection of art. They are miniature pieces to display in…