Beautiful Process 3-D Collage. First try at this medium. I love how it looks in person. The process of making it was cleansing. Layers spin stunning lives:
This collage explores how people grow.
The beginning of human life can feel miraculous. Then, like a tree, humans grow unique layers each year. Every person’s life tells a one-of-a-kind story with choices, pain, and joy. Death is our final scene and common ground.
Researching nature, sifting through personal photographs and arranging 3-D household items to complete this piece prompted deeper understanding of the profound human experience.
My lifespan has lasted 56 years so far. Like many people, negative messages and measures led to self-destructiveness and misunderstandings. But, when you peel down the layers, every person is amazing, me included. The goal is for viewers to reflect on their own bodies and stories, seeing they are a stunning part of human experience.
Please savor every age:
This is what I wish for people to feel across generations.
Living in the USA, I saw false messages that getting to 35 was good growth, then our 40s and beyond was bad aging. This project set these messages aside and just observed, viewing balance: Like young trees, new generations are tender and take risks for a lasting future.
Smooth skin, energy, and speed are signs of vulnerability and possibility. Like tall trees, mature people are protective and drop seeds for new life. Wrinkles, veins, and caution are signs of approachability and lived adventure. The community becomes complete when all ages participate fully as the cycle of life continues - a beautiful process.
by Lynn Jodeit Ouellette, 7/2025
inspired by Houston Health Museum Healing Arts Program "Aging in Our Times" project.
This collage explores how people grow.
The beginning of human life can feel miraculous. Then, like a tree, humans grow unique layers each year. Every person’s life tells a one-of-a-kind story with choices, pain, and joy. Death is our final scene and common ground.
Researching nature, sifting through personal photographs and arranging 3-D household items to complete this piece prompted deeper understanding of the profound human experience.
My lifespan has lasted 56 years so far. Like many people, negative messages and measures led to self-destructiveness and misunderstandings. But, when you peel down the layers, every person is amazing, me included. The goal is for viewers to reflect on their own bodies and stories, seeing they are a stunning part of human experience.
Please savor every age:
This is what I wish for people to feel across generations.
Living in the USA, I saw false messages that getting to 35 was good growth, then our 40s and beyond was bad aging. This project set these messages aside and just observed, viewing balance: Like young trees, new generations are tender and take risks for a lasting future.
Smooth skin, energy, and speed are signs of vulnerability and possibility. Like tall trees, mature people are protective and drop seeds for new life. Wrinkles, veins, and caution are signs of approachability and lived adventure. The community becomes complete when all ages participate fully as the cycle of life continues - a beautiful process.
by Lynn Jodeit Ouellette, 7/2025
inspired by Houston Health Museum Healing Arts Program "Aging in Our Times" project.
