Five III Sculpture

A kind of Humanity: I believe there is a unique quality to something made by hand. It has soul. The maker’s unique character is infused in the work. But I equally believe there is a unique connection between the maker and the owner of an art object. It is a dialog; a give and take. There is something inherently good at play in this. It is a kind of humanity, a sharing of inspiration. The maker is inspired in the work and the owner is inspired by the work. To surround one’s self with objects that inspire is a way of telling of your own story, it makes life joyful and rich. I create most of my work by hand. Wood and paper is often my material of choice, but ultimately I choose my materials based on what best suits the idea behind each piece. Working with Paper: As a graphic designer, the world of premium quality paper has been an integral part of my work. I have a deep appreciation for the art and science that goes into making such paper. The fact that it is derived from a tree and usually discarded after use is not lost on me. As a wood worker, I have a deep appreciation for trees both in nature and as a utilitarian material. Therefore, I find it hard to part with such beautifully crafted paper. After years of collecting such paper, I decided to incorporate them into my art objects. It’s a joy to giving new life and purpose to what would otherwise be discarded.