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I've never been pleased with photographs of the fused bronzes that I've made. I like my photos of the paintings, some of the iron sculptures, and even the jewelry. But not the miniature bronze figurines.
I'm not sure what the problem is. They seem much better when you hold them in your hand and slowly turn them about. They're heavier than they appear. And smoother. You don't want to release them. I compare them to Japanese ivory carvings called netsuke. Or possibly something by Faberge.
Not only do they feel good, but they also look better.
This one is really weighty. I spent a long time on it and used up every scrap of my bronze. I now have to sign it.
It presents itself as a different piece depending on the angle from which it's perceived. Strange.
A big, small, art object.