By Robert
For the last week, I have been working on two contrasting projects -- finishing sculptures for the Catskill Artists Gallery opening next Saturday and planting in our raised beds. Although they seem to be unrelated, they have much in common.
My material for sculpture is sheet aluminum, cut into flat shapes. Since the metal is light enough, it can be shaped by hand. Gradually the parts organize into organic compositions with tension and movement. Colors will be chosen later for the final surfaces.
In the square beds, some of last year’s perennials are sprouting. The new plants are placed according to future height and color and most important, whether they are attractive to our enemies, the deer, which seem to think they own the place.
Herbs are good choices because with their strong taste they do not appeal to deer and are placed on the edges of the beds to protect the more attractive edible plants.
So we have three-dimensional compositions to create in both projects. Visual movement, color and space are common elements. How exciting it is to go from one to the other and see satisfying results in the studio and in the garden.
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