|
My
family has influenced my work tremendously in the
past and will continue to for years to come. I have
chosen the teardrop shaped element to represent
an individual due to its connection to water the
material that all life needs to survive and thrive.
wood a material that was alive is the perfect material
to use for these elements due to its individuality
(there are no two pieces exactly the same). The
connections or center axis in this body of work
is cast out of bronze a very strong material representing
the strength and power of these connections we as
humans have with each other. I get the greatest
satisfaction seeing the viewers of these pieces
relate them to there own experiences good and bad.
to be able to express myself through my sculpture
is very satisfying
Materials
In my art, I use only rescued
and recycled woods. The wood I use is purchased
from tree surgeons, landfills, and private residences
that must remove trees. All the by-products
of the wood are used as well. The scrap wood
is given to local residents who use wood as a source
of heat for their homes. The wood shavings
are given to the community for use in backyard composting
bins. |
