The Ring of Imperfect Magicks

The Ring of Imperfect Magicks is the sixth ring of the first cycle of the series This Too Shall Break. This ring is devoted to practice rather than perfection, honoring the understanding that growth emerges through error, adjustment, and persistence. It reflects the belief that magick, like creativity, is inherently flawed and therefore alive. The ring exists not to correct or complete a practice, but to accompany it, amplifying what already exists and embracing the unpredictable variables that make exploration meaningful.

The ring is carved from found zebra marble, a stone characterized by strong contrast between light and dark. The material naturally presents near equal portions of each, creating a visual balance that mirrors the concept of imperfection held in equilibrium. Variations in the stone’s density respond differently to carving tools, resulting in a surface that is intentionally uneven and tactile. This imperfect finish remains pleasing to the touch, reinforcing the idea that texture, variation, and inconsistency are integral to the piece.

This Too Shall Break is a series of thirteen cycles of thirteen stone rings. The project brings our idea of stone sculpture as large immutable things only to be shared in museums and public spaces down to earth. Each ring is small, delicate, and personal. It is a piece of wearable art which requires mindfulness for the wearer, changing the relationship between collector and art. These rings are not meant to be owned, but to be experienced, to grow with, and to take care of.