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Pretty soon, I had all the time in the world at my disposal:  the novel coronavirus arrived, along with lockdowns and public health protection measures.  That meant no more large-scale music or sports events.  That meant no employment for an indefinite period of time.  At times like these, keeping the fear of uncertainty at bay becomes a daily, full-time task. Instead of sinking into depression, I started making dreamcatchers. Lots of them. During the day, but also during the night.  I tried my hand at different sizes, colors, combinations, and techniques. Having no specific plan in mind, just for pleasure.
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I don’t really know why I liked making dreamcatchers so much.  There are certainly several reasons, but these two stand out.  

First, because somehow it gave me a sense of hope.  It served as a protector against the anxiety and fear of uncertainty.  It answered the frantic question “what the fuck am I doing now?” with inspiration, confidence, and joy.
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Second, simply because they are beautiful...