“One of a Kind“ Wire Sculptures
Each piece is a “One of a Kind“ hand crafted and sculptured from copper wire and braid mounted on a natural slate base. Many sizes and tree types are available along with a variety of base materials to enhance any décor. Commissioned pieces are always welcomed. |
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Do you work from life, or from photographs or from imagination?
For the most part I work from a basic concept and allow my creations to develop on their own. I rarely structure a piece rigidly and tend to permit the work to evolve in its own time and with its own statement. Occasionally I may refer to photograph or image, most times a visual experience and always a subject from the natural world. |
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What moves you most in life, either to inspire or upset you?
I believe what inspires me greatly is the realization that the environment in which we live, that man-made element of concrete, glass and structure, is stifling our ability to relate with our natural surroundings … the way the creator intended the world to be … |
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Where do you do your work?
One of the most important elements for an artist is having a “space “ , a refuge … if you will where one is comfortable and detached from the world as we live it.
Our lives, in these progressive and sometimes disturbing times is constantly bombarded by outside influence … the media, work commitments, noise and the general overtones of the society in which we live. In order to enter my creative element I need to escape from these distractions and focus on inspiration from within.
This place … for me, is affectionately labeled … The Dungeon.
A sanctuary, located in my home … yes in the basement, strategically located as far away from the telephone, television and yes, even the light of day . It’s here where I draw upon my imagination and life experiences as a base of operation. |
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Where do you feel art is going?
I endeavor to utilize as much natural medium in my work as possible. A “green “ approach, by recycling and re-using materials into a new form. That unique chuck of wood or stone often collected from the shores of the Grand River during walks with my partner. |
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What is the role of the artist in society?
I’m never sure when an idea will come to mind. I am simply aware that there is far too much un-noticed splendor surrounding us all and my personal mission is to draw that to mind in hope that others may take a moment to pay homage to our natural surroundings |
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