Judaica

Jewelry

Hollowware

Sm Sculpture

Lg Sculpture

Flat Panels

Before browsing through my artwork, perhaps I should explain something about my media.

What is hollowware and how is it made?  Hollowware is defined as a form that is relatively concave or as having a cavity inside (as opposed to flatware). Although it is usually thought of as a table accessory or dish, in the world of art and craft, a much broader interpretation is used. A hollowware piece can be non-functional, such as non-representational sculpture and  decorative work, or functional, such as  tableware and religious objects.   In making my hollowware I use traditional metalsmithing techniques.  Most of my pieces are "raised" i.e. formed from a flat sheet that is alternately hammered over stakes and heated to slowly bring up the sides of the form.  I use this technique in conjunction with forging, shaping by hammering on a flat surface, fabricating, forming pieces by soldering or cold joining various elements together, and anticlasting forming, a technique whereby the metal curves in opposing directions.ere are your opening remarks and instructions.

I have continued my metal exploration on a larger scale using steel, stainless steel and copper.  Instead of soldering, I weld the pieces using a TIG welder and are fabricated.  The wall panels are engraved and colored using special dyes that are made for metal.  The pieces are then protected with a spray coating.