Its shape is a human standing with arms outstretched invoking the gods or drawing down energy from the heavens. The images represent the meanings symbolized by the rune. This is the rune used to protect oneself or others and to keep hold of success and what has been earned. The centerpiece is carved with images, beginning at the bottom, of earth, water, air, and fire. Each element is also accompanied with an animal symbol except for fire, which crowns the piece.
Earth is a carving of a valley surrounded by mountains with blue sky and white clouds.
This image is carved in relief and painted. Above this is carved the bear as a symbol of life on earth. The next level is water and is also carved in relief and painted. Above this is carved dolphins swimming. The dolphin is my totem animal and represents my spiritual self.