Nautilus

 A ritual unfolds, involving the meticulous cutting, grinding, and welding of 34 individual metal pieces. The deliberate process of cutting symbolizes the necessary separation from the old, making room for new possibilities. Grinding refines the edges, like the challenges and abrasions of life that shape us. The welding, a union, embodies the strength of embracing diversity and forging connections. Each incision, every grind, and the searing fusion of metal become a ceremonial act, echoing the essence of progression and growth.