RiTUAL. A ceremonial act ~ Rites used in the course of worship ~ The performance of ceremonial acts ~ The prescribed form of conducting the ceremony ~ A method of procedure that is followed without variation ~ performance with gestures, words, and objects, often in a sequestered place.
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Maryann Riker is a mixed-media artist whose collages and artist books convey a visual narrative of time and memory. They combine vintage images and papers that describe the roles of women, moments in time, historical events and spiritual journeys. Her works are in many public and private collections.
Ritual of Letters is a one-sheet book highlighting the life of Emily Dickinson. As a poet, her later words and letters created spiritual journeys as she closed herself off from the world. With vintage maps and stars, this little tome highlights her life and work. Enjoy.
