From the heart - The Post - Ontario, CA

From the heart - The Post - Ontario, CA

Article about Tony Luciani and his new exhibition.

Craft in America | PBS Video

Craft in America explores the vitality, history and significance of the craft movement in the United States and its impact on our nation’s rich cultural heritage. Capturing the beauty, creativity and originality of craftsmanship, the film highlights artists and explores the inter-relationship of what they do, how they do it and why they have chosen a life of creating art

Craft in America PBS Video

Exhbition - Robert Kelly - Heirloom Decoys

GALLERY WALL EXHIBITION
Robert Kelly
Heirloom Decoys

Oct 2 - Oct 30, 2009

ROBERT KELLY
" I've been approached by many people to expand my business, but I always opt to keep it a small mom and pop operation -- with no regrets. This way, every decoy and bird in flight is individually carved, a one-of-a-kind piece. I take great pride in each carving, knowing it will be cherished for many years to come." Robert Kelly
This exhibition features a selection of Roberts Classic Decoys and his Magnum Decoys. Birds types include: Printails

• Canada Goose
• Cinnamon and blue winged Teals
• Common Loons
• Gadwalls
• Green Winged Teals and others
• Harlequin s
• Mergansers
• Malards
• Wood Ducks
• Grebes

The birds are carved from Canadian White Pine and finished with semi-transparent stains which allow the natural grain and warmth of the wood to show through. They are then sealed and sprayed with a water based finish. Eyes are inserted and each piece is signed and dated.

The Classic Decoys are standard sizes and extra detailing around the wings, tail feathers and beaks.
The Magnum Decoys are the largest and most detailed birds, especially with the extra feathering definition. These are among my finest decoys. Some models even have raised primaries! All are finished in lifelike colors, with an accurate profile of the species.