Pond Lily and Leopard Frog

The pond lily is widespread and is found in marshes, shallow lakes, and slow moving streams. The Pond Lily is also known as the Yellow Water Lily. Its rhizomes have been used as food, though it is extremely bitter in its unprocessed state. It also has been used medicinally to treat aching joints and broken bones. The rhizome is peeled, sliced and air dried. Then it is stored for later re-hydration and use in a poultice.

The Leopard Frog is a cohabitant in the same watery places as the water lily. The frog is a symbol used in many water rituals in different Native American traditions. Its lesson relates to cleansing and purification. To see frogs and water lilies is to know that summer is upon us. Playing this hand painted Nature Spirit drum may help you to connect with the healing energies of water.

Drums

After attending a few drumming circles with friends, Jean became inspired to create unique hand painted drums. The imagery adds a new dimension to the drum, and provides an opportunity to connect more deeply with the spirit of nature. The drums are painted with acrylic and sealed with a clear finish. This does not affect the quality of the sound, and the art can withstand the rigors of most playing styles.

These drums are meant to be used as musical instruments and as tools for personal transformation. Collectors often buy them, however, to be displayed as works of art. Although some drum designs have been painted more than once, none are reproductions. Each one is an original hand painted creation. Many of Jean’s drums are commissions designed for particular individuals who request certain images and themes.