ARTIST'S
STATEMENT
The premise
that art enriches our lives underlies my philosophy of creating
art for individuals and public places. I believe that the spirit
of humanity comes through the hands of makers of objects. The
best of these objects, whether sculpture or functional works,
can, when well conceived and well executed, illuminate the narrative
of community; who we are, where we come from, what we believe
in and what is unique or special about the place we call home.
They can be anchors which help us remember who we are and where
we are. They can help to hold community together. Finally, they
can inspire us to make careful choices about our future.
I have lived and worked as a blacksmith on Deer Isle since 1981.
I have made my living designing and making commissioned work;
work that is invested with my vision and my sensibilities; work
based upon my interaction with individuals and their environments.
Our Island community is rich in heritage and tradition. Skills
developed here over generations inform and shape my work. Our
rich natural environment supports and inspires me.