Reflection Pieces
My reflection pieces capture my thought process about aging. Many people struggle with the effect of advancing years on their appearance. When it comes to copper and brass, I am attracted to older metal with patina, which has far more character. I am still working through the process of applying this generosity and kindness to my own aging process. I create these wall hangings from copper, brass, and sometimes tin. The metals are a mix of old and new while the patina is sometimes a natural occurrence but often man made. This photo is just one example of the outcome of this process.
Everything in this piece I make by hand—from cutting the squares and hole punching to applying patinas and twisting them together with stainless steel. The modern stainless steel rod is supported by stainless steel brackets.
These pieces are often commissioned to fit a certain space. I can make these to any size and in a great variety of colors.