Nature, life and loss are consistent themes in the work of Merryn Jones.
"The ginkgo leaves 'He puna wai e utuhia' are an allegory for tears – exploring the issues of grief, death and decay and the symbolism to be found in the leaf falling and making room for new growth – through to “Loss and Acquisition”, which examines a life lived through the keys in one’s possession. At the end of a life, those keys tell a story of places lived, of interests, give glimpses of what was valued, and perhaps even disclose unwelcome secrets.
My artistic practice enables me to explore issues of life, death and grief in a way that I hope is graceful and serene..."