"BiValve"
Regular price $4,200.00This original sculpture is constructed entirely of steel washers, welded by hand, one at a time. This painstaking technique allows the artist to create surprisingly strong, yet airy and curvaceous forms. Wax finish.
45" x 24" x 23"
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STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
"Uncle Teardrop" Table
Regular price $1,500.00This handmade table features a base constructed of individual steel washers meticulously welded together, one at a time. The 20" diameter steel top is framed with a heavy steel edge. An intricate hand-scribed pattern adorns the top. A hand-made lever allows height adjustment from 20" to 33", adding great versatility to the piece as an occasional table, nightstand, small coffee table or pedestal. Integrated leveling feet. Clear coat finish.
20" diameter steel top, 21" x 18" base
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STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Blip
Regular price $1,100.00This strong, yet airy and curvaceous, wall-hung sculpture is created by painstakingly welding steel washers by hand, one at a time.
16" x 16" x 4"
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STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Cloud Bench
Regular price $3,900.00Stainless Steel washers are welded by hand, one at a time to create this sculptural bench. This painstaking technique allows the artist to create surprisingly strong, yet airy and curvaceous forms. Well suited to outdoor use.
15" x 60" x 14"
Ships within 8 weeks.
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Dollop Due
Regular price $800.00This stainless steel wall hanging is handmade by welding on the back of a stainless steel sheet. This technique allows the artist to use a MIG welder as a mark-making tool. The heat from each spot weld creates a tiny spectrum of color on the front.
27" x 24" x 1"
Ships within 3 days.
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Like Seat
Regular price $3,300.00LikeSeat is my rendition of Bertoia's classic made of welded steel washers epoxy-primed and painted. For sitting with someone you like.
--L John Andrew
Stainless Steel washers are welded by hand, one at a time to create this sculptural "like seat." This painstaking technique allows the artist to create surprisingly strong, yet airy and curvaceous forms.
32" x 60" x 28"
Ships within 8 weeks.
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
McE Chair
Regular price $2,400.00Just delivered to the gallery by the artist! This handmade chair is constructed of individual steel washers meticulously welded together by the artist, one at a time. The washers are formed to create a surface that perfectly cradles the body. The chair is supported by a delicate yet sturdy steel wire frame. Finished with durable multi-step painting process in a color combination suggesting stress.
30" H x 31 W x 34 D, seat height 12"
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STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Skarloey
Regular price $2,200.00This original sculpture is constructed of steel washers, welded by hand, one at a time. This painstaking technique allows the artist to create surprisingly strong, yet airy and curvaceous forms. The sculpture appears to balance precariously on a rigid post. White painted steel.
68" H x 14" x 14"
Ships within 5 days.
L John Andrew
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Tete-a-tete
Regular price $950.00By welding on the back of a stainless steel sheet, the artist employs a MIG welder as a mark-making tool. The heat from each spot weld creates a tiny spectrum of color on the front of this stainless steel wall hanging sculpture.
36" x 24" x 1"
Ships within 3 days.
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
Wall Pocket
Regular price $1,100.00Steel washers are welded one at a time by hand, to create this original wall hanging sculpture. This painstaking technique allows the artist to create surprisingly strong, yet airy and curvaceous forms.
19" x 19" x 5"
Ships within 3 days.
STATEMENT
There are two main ways of working with metal: casting, in which molten metal is poured into a mold; and fabrication, in which individual pieces of metal are joined together to create a piece. I prefer fabrication because of the directness and the evidence of process shown in the end product. The hand of the maker is seen in every piece of cut, formed and welded metal. I emphasize this personal craft and hand process by constructing with hundreds or thousands of small pieces. Whenever possible I leave the welds exposed to contribute to the pattern of the surface.
BIOGRAPHY
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
L. John Andrew completed a BFA with a concentration in Art Metals from the University of Wisconsin, Stout. After graduation, he moved to Vail, Colorado and worked as a jeweler for five years, making custom gold jewelry. In the fall of 1999 he attended a two-month jewelry class at Penland School of Crafts in Penland, North Carolina. He stayed at Penland for two more years as a recipient of the Core Student Scholarship. This experience gave him the opportunity to experiment with other media and learn from great instructors from around the world. He found his interests shifting from primarily jewelry to larger scale metalwork.
After almost three years at Penland, John went on to pursue his MFA at Cranbrook Academy of Art in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. The Cranbrook Metalsmithing Department, then lead by Artist-in-Residence Gary Griffin, was unique in its focus. Student work ranged from jewelry, sculpture, blacksmithing, knife making, furniture: literally all things metal. At Cranbrook, John also had the opportunity to learn from and be exposed to the tradition of America’s great furniture makers, such as Charles and Ray Eames, Eero and Eliel Saarinen and Harry Bertoia. John lives with his family in Minnesota.
