Points Of Grief is part of a new solo show about loss, connection, and transcendence. Performed on an 8 foot long metal arrow, and other metal sculptures (to be determined), Points Of Grief challenges our western notions of grief and connections. Inspired by the sudden and tragic loss of my one and only sibling, my brother in July 2013, I have found that my grieving is alchemical in nature. I am surprised by what affects me and what does not. I am surprised by the ebb and flow of my physical strength and I find myself changed as a person and artist. “Grief Intelligence: A Primer” by Ashley Davis Bush is a particularly interesting reference. She defines 7 points of grief: 1) Grief is a normal reaction, 2) Grief is hard work, 3) Grief does not offer closure, 4) Grief is lifelong 5) Grievers need to stay connected to the deceased, 6) Grievers are changed forever, 7) Grievers can choose transcendence. These ideas will be explored and integrated into 7 aerial segments with distinct apparatus and text. As an aerial actor, I find that the concept of grief deals with a vertical relationship between heaven and earth in both a tactile and spiritual way-where the great mystery of gravity collides with the reality of it.