The Key to Peace
5 yen coins are typically given as donations at a Japanese Shinto Shrine because of the their hole, which is said to allow the wish to go through. There are several other cultural significance regarding the 5 yen coin. For example, 5 yen in Japanese is “Go-en,” which is the same as karma in Japanese (although written differently).
Here the wish portrayed is the key to peace. The key I have here is one I made out of a wood block when I was 17. I made it to remind myself to work towards my goals and aspirations; it is my “Key To The Future”. Here it is the key to peace and the shrine is the door to that peace. The key is on a loop looping through the hole of the coin. Flying through the coin I also have my little folded peace crane I made not too long ago (Apr. 6, 08) out of a 6×6mm piece of paper (also portrayed in Born from Fingers and Born from the Pinky)
“I shall write peace on your wings, and you shall fly all over the world”
(Sadako Sasaki – Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes)
I could’ve done a computer generated key too, then it would’ve look more tidy than this one, however this image has more personal meaning for myself by using objects I made with my own hands. I like doing things by hand more, although it takes longer. I’ve played around with the settings of each layer in photoshop, and I’m having a hard time decided what looks best.
This work has been featured in:
Two Word Challenge
Inspired Art
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Karin Taylor
i love the symbolism, and i just noticed the cranes too, lovely and very unusual :)
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Karin :)
Dave Moilanen
This lovely work of art needs to be displayed worldwide Mui-Ling! This is wonderful! This gives us all a sense of hope for peace!
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Oh my :) Thank you so much Dave!
Carlos Teófilo
I need that key? Beautiful dear Mui-Ling.
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Sorry the key isn’t for sale :P. Thanks for dropping by Carlos :)
Craig Mitchell
Beautiful use of colour. Great layering. A terrific image.
coffeetea
I like this one ! beauutifully done. the birds fly gooooooooood !
Lam Tran
Excellent composition my friend! Very percious to you! Great crafting, I key to the future is excellent, it is a icon, a reminder of culture and hard work, Lovely layering design my friend! Well done!
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you my friend, as always you are so kind.
Tatiana R
Beautiful work, fellow architect!
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you my new friend!
Gail Bridger
Great work, love the serentity in this peace. You know what you want and will achieve it. You look ahead unlike lots of young people.
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Gail.
Irene Burdell
Excellent and great info too.
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Irene.
hilarydougill
Beautiful!!! Beautifully symbolic to,, fantastic combining and compilation, great imagery, wonderful legend
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Hilary.
Mar Silva
Beautiful imagery and composition.
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Mar.
Ken Boxsell
Very beautiful
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Ken.
RosaCobos
You give soul and meaning for what you do…
You heart is full of wisdom… generosity… joy for living and Life.. your art is sacred and your words simple and sage.A great Taoist for… do Ido not mean to use itas an adjective at all.
Rosa (beautiful key for the Soul´s entrance…)
cherylc1
your work is amazing
Marny Barnes
OOOH. that is so pretty…how did I miss that one?? love the golden light!
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you Marny; that means a lot coming from you, your digital artwork is really fantastic.
Marny Barnes
I know why I was missing it…I thought I was watching but wasn’t fixed that now!
Sean Farragher
lovely work
alanalan
Very Amazing*Very CoolVery Beautiful*
Alessandro Pinto
beautiful work.. love it the peaceful atmosphere and your description too..!!!
Arlene Zapata
Wonderful concept + montage!
Matt Halls
Very nice shot & interesting write-up.
Mike Paget
Great contrast!
PPPhotoArt
i just had to comment on this one Mui-Ling as the symbolism and creation is quite marvellous, wonderful work!!!!
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you so much Patricia, I’m glad you like it :D
Kevyn Paul Eis...
This key is more of value than any gold: hold it close to you always, pretty one… It is the hope of all future…
Mui-Ling Teh replied
Thank you for your wonderful words Kevyn, and for the fav.
bubbleblue
beautiful and peaceful
LisaR
Fantastic. Very peaceful.
Nith
wow wow nice work
Mui-Ling Teh replied
So glad you like it Nith; thank you for the fav!
Michelle Barlo...
BRAVO
tinhearts
i adore reading your spirit filling me with wisdom i have never recieved in such eloquence…
touching is the way your art reflects love and peace as understanding the courage inwardly.
your whole portfolio is awesome and a refreshing variety of stunning art!
your spirit is seen through glorious symbols…i love what you believe ;)
xxx
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Cleetus 13 days ago
Truly amazing shot