The Light Show 2011

I recently finished my piece for The Light Show. The Light Show is a fundraiser for Living Art of Montana. I am really grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this event. Not only does it benefit a wonderful organization that has great people doing great work, but it is so much more.

It emphasizes the power of light; the light that exists within all of us. It is a reminder to not only let our own light shine, but also to allow the light within others to shine and grow. It reminds those of us who are not faced with terminal illnesses to live, and not take this precious time for granted. It helps put things in perspective.

And, in addition to all of this, it celebrates art and creativity. Not only for this one night as it brings many artists together to benefit Living Art of MT, but at the core of the organization and mission. The power of creativity, of art, is celebrated and that is something that resonates.

Below are some work-in-progress shots as well as pictures of it lit up. As is not unusual with my pieces, it became something other than what I had originally envisioned. I think that it always becomes what it needs to be though, and that is one of the beautiful things about the creative process.

I wish Living Art of Montana much success with The Light Show!

Pattern drawn on a sheet of copper:

Shape cut out and center punched for drilling.

A couple rounds of hammering in:

The outside shell mostly shaped:

Inside shape cut out and drilled.

Detail of piece:

Inside view of lit piece:

My 2011 Light Show light, lit up:

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