The Chrysalis
I created four life cycle butterflies for an exhibition by the dance company.
2024 “The Chrysalis”
Lyrric Jackson Dance Company
The Story of The Chrysalis:
In a vast and vibrant continent, a queen monarch butterfly danced gracefully across the fields, her wings a tapestry of orange and black. Her mission was clear: to pollinate the plants and crops, a noble task that sustained countless ecosystems. Amidst her journey, she laid her precious eggs, tiny specks of life promising to carry on her legacy. And from each of those eggs, five humble caterpillars emerged, their destiny intertwined with the essential work of their noble mother. As the seasons turned, the queen monarch's wings grew weary, and she departed this world, leaving her offspring to navigate the intricate dance of life alone. Yet, her teachings lingered, woven into the very fabric of their being.
With each passing day, the young caterpillars ventured forth, feasting on leaves and growing stronger with each molt until they were ready to embark on their own transformative journey. Patiently, they spun their cocoons, each thread a testament to their resilience and determination. They underwent a profound metamorphosis within the sanctuaries of their chrysalises, shedding their former selves to emerge anew. And as the sun kissed the horizon, they emerged, resplendent in their newfound glory, wings unfurling to embrace the world.
Guided by instinct and the whispers of their ancestors, they flitted from flower to flower, sipping sweet nectar as they danced upon the breeze. Like their mother’s before them, their mission was clear: to pollinate, reproduce, and perpetuate the cycle of life. And so, the legacy of the queen monarch lived on in the delicate wings of her descendants, a testament to the enduring power of nature's beauty and the invaluable role each creature plays in the grand tapestry of life
© 2024 Lyrric Jackson