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About The Artists...
Metal Menagerie.- KC Scott
KC Scott has produced his
sculptures for over 23 years. The evolution of his techniques has
earned him the title of one of the finest metal artists in his
medium. KC Scott works out of his home near the
McKenzie River in Oregon where he continues to produce
magnificent new pieces of art each year, adding to his already
worldwide famous sculptures. Each sculpture is crafted
individually, by hand, without the use of lasers, nor ever mass
produced, which assures you that no two sculptures are ever
identical. We, too, have discovered
that his love for design and beauty is evident in each of the
refined pieces you find in The Wood & Iron Gallery.
Burl Wood Masters - Dirk O'Reilley & Lee Nylen
Dirk O’Reilley, born and raised in the Smith River
Recreational Area of Northern California, has become a renowned
Sculptor of the finest, ‘One of a Kind’ Hand Crafted Art Work
available in the U.S. His partner, and long time friend, Lee Nylen,
joined forces in 1982 to form a unique partnership of design,
creativity and useable art forms that include Lace Redwood Burl
and Buck Eye Burl Tables with carved Salmon swimming under glass,
along with Fig Maple Tree and Redwood Tree wall pieces that still
the minds of both the young and cultured. Their Country Bears
delight the Hearts of Everyone, and The Manzanita Root Burls of
Mother Earth form Bowls and Candle Holders that dress the fancy
and fruitful tables in any home. Their hand selected woods are
found in the magnificent Redwood Forests, Central California, the
foothills of San Diego and the forests of Oregon and Washington.
Master Blacksmith Artist - Gary Gloyne
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also feature selected Wrought Iron Steel pot racks, fireplace
tools and custom designed mirrors and tables designed by Master
Blacksmith, Gary Gloyne of Mount Shasta. Gary’s work has shown up
in such prestigious areas of the country as the Hearst Estate in
San Simeon, McCloud and Long Island; the Old Vanderbilt Estate in
Stewart Springs; the Carroll Ranch in McArthur; Paradigm Winery in
Napa; and most recently, the Showcase of Homes in Redding, CA.
Gary’s work is both original and creative as he brings to Life all
that is good from Centuries past. Custom Designed Work for your
home or business is available by private consultation with Gary.
Mohogany Sculptures
The Mahogany Sculptures of
Indonesia and the Philippines have captured the Hearts of all who
witness the grace and beauty of our Dolphins, Whales, Turtles,
Horses and Eagles. These finely hand-carved sculptures are made by
village people who rely on the Rain Forest for their livelihood. The
magnificent Mahogany Tree will feed an entire village for one (1)
month from the revenue generated by the carvers who masterfully
carve Nature’s finest Sea Creatures that inhabit the waters, land
and skies of the world. See for yourself what has been gifted to all
of us.
Sagger Pottery - Jeff Cunningham
Sagger Pottery, by Jeff Cunningham, is a Divine
Blessing for us because we were looking for a high quality,
affordable product for our Gallery Customers who enjoy the finer
things in life. Jeff feels he ‘stumbled’ into pottery about 15 years
ago…we call it our good fortune to have ‘stumbled onto to Jeff’s
work. He seems to be drawn to the ‘low-fire’ side of pottery known
as Raku, Saggar and Pit Firing. As a result, Jeff fires these
magnificent bowls and pots in a container called a Sagger whereby he
places various materials such as horse hair, salts, steel wool,
metallic sulfates and other similar ingredients that add color to
his work. No glazes are used. When these substances reach their
melting point, they release fumes that are imprinted on the clay’s
surface, and although he can control the process to a certain
extent, the results are always a pleasant surprise. We feel you will
be pleasantly surprised and happy, too, when you are introduced to
this unique art form.
Native Glass Creations - Steve Day
Native Glass Creations, by Steve Day, is beautiful high quality stain glass Lamp Shades displayed on Manzanita vases, hand carved by Don Russel. Steve began creating glass works about four years ago after moving to the beautiful mountains of Mt Shasta, Ca. His work combined with the work of the wood artist create a feeling of closeness to nature and that of Mother Earth. Enjoy these creations and let the light from these lamps flow into your home and into your life.
Jon Mehr- Functional Art Pottery
Jon Mehr's pottery is high temperature stoneware and porcelain that is hand throwen and decorated in Jon's studio in the mountains of Shasta County, California. All of this pottery is completely functional, including the partially glazed pieces; the red clay washes easily and is water tight. The glazes are lead free, dishwasher safe and microwave safe.
Tadina Sculptures- Larry Tadina
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The touch of the wood and the feel of the curves draw the hand to a enticing experience of feel and movement as it flows along the lines of the wood sculpture. Tadina wood sculptures start with a concept...a model ...a photograph and then the process of transferring all these essential pieces of the concept to the raw wood begins.The process begins with the chainsaw to cut the outline and some of the angles and then moves onto the carving tools to finish the rough in of the piece. Next there is lots and lots of sanding ending with sanding sponges. This is when the luster of the sculpture is created that people seem to love to touch. There is a smoothness of the wood sculpture that leads an individual into feeling the contour that awakens the senses. The wood sculpture is finished with a clear polyurethane finish applied with a brush and is immediately rubbed with a cotton cloth so the piece is not too shiny. This is the process that shows clear definition and awakens the colors the wood evokes. The touch of the wood and the feel of the curves draw the hand to an enticing experience of feel and movement as it flows along the lines of the wood. |
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