TREE OF STORIES

14 Fairy Tales & 39 Nursery Rhymes, woodcarvings and paintings

A three-dimensional paper illustration of a tree (6.5 x 3.5 Feet), featuring 14 fairy tale scenes and 39 nursery rhyme vignettes nestled among its branches. This intricate display includes illuminated houses and moving elements powered by small motors, blending artistry, storytelling, and interactive design. The piece is a celebration of literature and imagination, meticulously crafted to reflect the whimsy and wonder of these timeless stories.
CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO SEE LIST OF STORIES INCLUDED IN THE TREE

Click For FAIRY TALES

Click For NURSERY RHYMES.

Click For WOODCARVINGS

Click For PAINTINGS

Click For ARTIST & BIO (Resume only upon request)

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14 FAIRY TALES

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39 NURSERY RHYMES/RIDDLES

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WOODCARVINGS

These carvings come in different sizes as high as 17″ High and same in width.

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PAINTINGS (Optional)

These paintings are 18″ by 24″ in size

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ARTIST & BIO

 

Artist Bio:

Working primarily with watercolors, ink, paper, clay, and wood, illustrator and sculptor Maria Senkel brings to life the boundless spark of imagination. As she puts it, “Imagination is the sparkle that fuels my art and creativity.” Maria’s love for creating began in childhood. Though her professional path initially took precedence, she set a goal to fully embrace her creative side, and twelve years ago, that dream became a reality. Since then, Maria has dedicated herself to her art, drawing inspiration from myths, fantasy, storytelling, and fairy tales. Her work, known for its intricate detail, carries touches of humor, lightness, and timeless moral insights. Through her art, Maria celebrates beauty as she sees it—layered, nuanced, and always in the details.

She has exhibited her work in venues throughout the East, receiving numerous awards along the way.

Featured in multiple publications and represented by galleries in North Carolina, Maria has also been awarded several grants from the Arts & Science Council of North Carolina.