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Many of the forms and patterns that I discover find their way into my metalwork. Although many are found within walking distance of
my home, I have also had the privilege to travel and study blacksmithing and the cultures that shape the art throughout the world.
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Though different plants, this emerging hosta in my garden inspired the Calla Lily Candleholders.
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I was drawn to this Japanese teahouse which later, I discovered, had somewhat inadvertently found its way into my Dancing Candleholders.
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The graceful arch I found in a Lily of the Valley was a natural for the set garden lamps.
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When designing a new floral commission I study the flowers both physically and through photography and, if possible, grow them.
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Definitely the daffodil has
had the most scrutiny, forge time and garden space. I planted hundreds while making the daffodil gate and the subsequent daffodil
sculptures
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Fortunately the commission for the Amaryllis Table came in late winter when my neighbor had several in full bloom.
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In mid-summer, the tiger lily is ubiquitous along the roadsides. These and their garden cousins inspired the Lily Table.
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