Me, unloading a used oil barrel, from Dante's pickup. I brought it into the studio and cut it into pieces.
I've had a lot of thoughts about this latest style. Is it worth it? Is it something that will be developed? Or is it just a detour of the moment?
But it does have possibilities. And it fits into my current style. I like using steel, either for paintings or sculpture. I also need to keep the cost of materials down to its most practical level. At $25 a drum this is a good deal. Plus 20 gauge steel is easily cut and welded with my tools. All in all, it seems like a good path to take.
I noticed at the factory they have a big pile of blue plastic oil containers. They'll no doubt replace the carbonized steel barrels in the near future. So, there's that to consider. How much longer will the rusty drums even be available? And at rock bottom prices. Probably ten years, but by then I more than likely will have croaked. Or, if still around, I'll have another idea. I change more quickly than the world changes. Like most artists. We shall see . . .
(Man, I look like an old grizzled manual laborer.)