Battery Powered Display Tray Lamp
I love these sorts of "solution lamps". My client wanted to light an antique tray table on which she displayed her collection of porcelain figurines. Not only did it have to be elegantly simple, it also had to create a very specific light quality. There were no power outlets anywhere near the display. It was against a cinder block wall, under a stairwell. My solution involved an off-the-shelf, 36" wide, dimmable, LED, picture light meant to go on the wall above a painting. It was battery powered to eliminate wires running down the wall. This was exactly what I needed for our project. I came up with an idea for a walnut and brass adjustable frame that would hold the picture light we had purchased. I made a battery pocket with a narrow lid that has a handmade rosewood handle. The brass parts of the lamp have been treated to a dark bronze patina which contrasts nicely with the gold finish on the picture light. The adjustable height, built into the lamp's tubing frame, makes it possible for the light to perfectly cover the tray. Dimensions: 24" wide x 42" high (adjustable 3" up or down) x 4-1/2" thick body.
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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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