Thursday, December 1, 2016

Ghost Dancers

 This sculpture was inspired by the way that Indiana Limestone stands out in the twilight landscape.
 I thought that it would be cool to see a couple of ghosts dancing in the lawn.  It makes me think about the fleeting joy that is life on this world.
 It is Indiana Limestone, 3-1/2' high x 1-1/2' x 1-1/2' and was made in March 2016
!!! SOLD !!!

Sprout Garden Sculpture

 I enjoy making variations of sprout forms as it is a symbol (for me) of daily self-renewal.
This sculpture is Indiana Limestone, 14" wide x 11" high x 8" deep, signed on 11-30-16  !!!SOLD!!!

Seed Top Garden Sculpture

 I created this garden sculpture during a "free carving" session.
 You can watch it being made on this YouTube video - https://youtu.be/iLLD3idmxbM
 It is made from Indiana Limestone and measures 21" long x 9" high x 7" thick.
 It was finished and signed on 11-28-16.
!!!SOLD!!!

Two Leaves Vessel

 This functional garden sculpture is featured on a YouTube video - https://youtu.be/9ecDVmYiYp8
It is Indiana Limestone, measuring 31"  x 16" x 6" high and was made on 11-24-16. !!!SOLD!!!

Hummingbird Vessel

 This is a stone vessel that was inspired by the Hummingbirds that visit my feeders during the summer.
 It can be used outdoors as a birdbath as well as making a nice indoor centerpiece.
 You can watch it being made on a YouTube video - https://youtu.be/PowY88hDstA
It is Indiana Limestone, 16-1/2" in diameter and 5-1/2" high, signed on 11-22-16 and sells for $580.00 which includes free shipping within the continental U.S.

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

Harmony

 This monumental stone sculpture was inspired by the delicate balance of Man and Nature.
 The lower elements represent the natural resources of Earth.  The organic forms are the forces of Nature that hold aloft the cities of Man.
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 8'H x 4'W x 3'D, $28,000.00

Inertia

 This large sculpture was intended as a centerpiece for a dry landscape (like a Japanese rock garden).
 The concept is that nothing sits still; change is the only constant.
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 6'H x 3'W x 3'D, $24,000.00

Comet Bench

 This functional sculpture was inspired by the recent success for landing a spacecraft on a moving comet.
 It's intended to spark the imagination - sit down and let it take you on a ride around the solar system.
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 6'W x 3'H x 3'W.  This sculpture is on temporary loan to Allerton Park near Monticello, Illinois.

Stepping Out

 This sculpture represents the moment for making the decision to move into new realms and possibilities.
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 6'-8"H x 3'W x 3'D, $14,000.00

Bubble Bench

 This functional sculpture shows effervescent bubbles forcing the bench seat upward (like the corners of a smile).
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 6'W x 3'H x 3'D, !!!SOLD!!!

Leafy Bench

 This functional sculpture was inspired by the new spring growth in the wildlife area adjacent to the studio property.
Indiana Limestone, 2015, 8-1/2'W x 4'H x 3'D, This sculpture is on temporary loan to the City of Urbana, Illinois.

Get Moving

 This functional sculpture (bench) was carved from a large quarry block and shows an array of machine parts of unknown function.
 Indiana Limestone, 2014, 9'W x 4'H x 4'D, 10,000 lbs., $14,000.00
This back view shows the wonderful variegation in the monumental stone block.

Safe Bench

 This functional sculpture was a whimsical creation intended to keep the viewer pondering its secrets.
 It has something to look at from every angle.
 ...and walking around the piece...
Indiana Limestone. 2016, 33"W x 29"D x 19"H, $3,000.00

Battery Bench

 Inspired as a functional sculpture to give the viewer a chance to rest and 're-charge'.
Indiana Limestone, 2016, 38"W x 26"H x 25"D, !!!SOLD!!!

Stone Dragon

 This sculpture is quite a departure from the general body of work.
 It was inspired by the shape of the stone that was lying in the scrap yard.
 Indiana Limestone, 2015, 24"H x 20"W x 14"D (approx.), !!!SOLD!!!
This computer generated sketch shows the initial concept for creating the entire dragon to emerge from the landscape.

Updraft

 This sculpture was inspired by watching the birds of prey that frequently catch the thermals over the studio property.
 Indiana Limestone, 2015, 3'H x 2'W x 1-1/2'D
This piece can be purchased at The Garden Place, 110 Fairmeade Rd. St. Matthews, KY 40207, (502) 895-8730

Fly Like An Eagle

 Concept - You cannot know Freedom without leaving Fear behind.
(side view) Indiana Limestone, 2016, 40"W x 20"H x 14"D
Please contact The Garden Place for availability
Address110 Fairmeade Rd, St Matthews, KY 40207 Phone(502) 895-8730