Aluminum "Radio" Lamp
I have been making different versions of this lamp for several years. The basic elements are Paperstone (an environment friendly counter top material), Aluminum, and steel. Inspired by high-end ,tube style, stereo gear, this little lamp makes a great night light or accent for those darker corners in the home. Paperstone is great. It is easy to work with, holds a tap for screws, and polishes up to a nice sheen. The aluminum body is a piece of 4" channel. The socket covers are steel socket cups that have been darkened with gun bluing. The aluminum was darkened slightly with an aluminum black chemical. All the surfaces, Paperstone and metal, are waxed and polished. The porcelain sockets will take 60w incandescent bulbs as well as any medium socket LED bulb. There is a full range dimmer in the base that will work with all incandescent and most dimmable LED bulbs. Dimensions: 9" wide x 5" deep x 5" high
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My work started as a part of the crafts movement in the 70's. Street fairs, galleries, and word-of-mouth provided me with a steady stream of commissioned work. While most of my work revolved around lighting, I often did other fun, creative, problem solving projects for clients.
In the 90's I became a commercial photographer and enjoyed that lifestyle for almost 30 years. Near the end of the photography work I started getting back into my crafts roots. I did both photography and crafts for about eight years and then returned full time to the craftsman life. I am still doing mostly lights but do branch out now and then if the project seems fun or challenging. At this point I have projects scattered all over the Puget Sound area as well as around the country. I have several clients with multiple pieces including one client for which I have created ten custom lights.
My work is very eclectic. It's basically a refined industrial style using a wide range of materials and fabrication techniques, This makes almost every piece a unique, one-of-a-kind, work of art.
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