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Artist StatementMy work is mokume game a 17th century technique of forging together different precious metals to create patterned metal. My designs are elegant and austere allowing the focus of the piece to be the subtle organic patterning as the primary adornment. FestivalsThe Art Center's Festival… Read more

Artist StatementFlower and foliage detail imagery shot in a natural envioronment. All images are shot on either slide film or with a digital camera. Giclee prints made on a high-end Epson photo printer. Matted and framed in a black matte metal frame. No flowers were… Read more

Artist StatementI have a master's in fine art and design from UW-Wisconsin Madison. I taught there for 28 years in the metals and silversmithing areas. I now live in Arizona in the winter studying gems and minerals with two lapidary artists. The work here are… Read more

Artist Statement TILES MADE OF CLAY AND OUR 15 COLORS OF GLAZE ARE FIRED CUT AND INLAYED INTO CUT AND WELDED RECYCLED STEEL. STEEL IS PATINA FINISHED WITH TILES GETTING A FINAL GROUTING AND SEAL. FOUND STEEL OBJECTS ARE COMBINED INTO THE RECYCLED STEEL AND TILES. Festivals Buffalo… Read more

Artist StatementI photograph landscapes mostly in American National Parks. I seek images that are portraits of Nature at her best. I also enjoy shooting old ruins mans work that is returning to Nature. The images are about light and how it affects the scene and… Read more

Artist Statement Joyful raised copper dancers faeries and mermaids colored with acids and enamels & ornamented with bronze & aluminum Read more

Artist StatementI work almost exclusively in pastels because their colors and refractive quality intrigue me and I am constantly amazed by the iridescencence that can be acheived through layering. I often prepare my own surfaces and underpaint with watermedia to add depth and excitement to… Read more

Artist Statement Hand carved stone oil lamps graceful shapes multiple wicks subtle natural metallic sheen Some lamps are cascading fire falls. Permanent wicks are fiberglass; unobtrusive wick holders are brass; hidden fuel source is low profile stainless steel. Burn 5 hours without refueling. Indoors or out--a… Read more

Artist Statement The artist created his wonderful works of garden art by marrying his passion for gardening with his 40 year background in jewelry. He has found working in his garden to not only be peaceful but another way to express creativity. The artist designed his… Read more

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