From the artist, Dale Weiler: Their speed, aerial dexterity and intensity in their endeavors is breathtaking to experience. The Secret depicts a Harris hawk in a mantling position. The bird will strike this pose (with its wing outstretched) to protect its possession from curious eyes. Its secret might be fledglings or possibly a meal for itself or their offspring.

This particular piece of Colorado alabaster has a unique translucence that allows the viewer to see light through the hawk’s mantling wing. I do love it when the stone tells me the path to take.