On an errand today, I found myself in downtown Mesa, and decided to stop
in at the Mesa Contemporary Art Museum. My son was with me, and the
showing there is called "Metals", so I thought he might enjoy that.
(Needless to say, it wasn't what we thought it would be!) But there
were some nice creations in there. I took several pictures, but since
its art and considered copyrighted, I probably shouldn't post them. (Their link said I could take pictures without flash for educational purposes.... is this educational? hehehe)
"Copper, the 29th element, is prized for its excellent malleability,
conductivity, and ductility. Celebrating Arizona’s Centennial as well as
its status as is the leading copper-producing state in the U.S, this
juried exhibition features contemporary artwork that is made primarily
of copper."
There was a beautifully worked copper teapot entitled Tea Time. Two beautifully worked gourd-shaped containers in copper and enamel. A gorgeous leaf bowl done in wonderful greens with small birds interspersed. A "Box of chocolates", oversized Valentine heart shaped box with decorated candies inside. And a "Cockamamie Candle Holder" done in black iron, with springs, nuts and bolts, and other salvaged items. (Liked this one a lot... yay for upcycling!)
The museum was free; if you have time to look around, it's worth it!
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