Kris M. Albro

December 15

Copper, Steel<br>Size 35.5" x 30.5"<br>Driving through Independence Or one evening I was hit with inspiration. At dusk the sky turned bright orange and the landscape around it turned to shadow. A feeling of calm washed over me as we drove along the country roads weaving through the orchards. Each tree black against the sky. I knew I wanted to recreate the feeling. In recreating the feeling I also knew the sky had to glow orange. It had to give the feeling the light was coming from just beyond the mountains. I spent a lot of time making sure the shadow effect was coming through. I sanded the background so that when the light reflects it give this circular pattern as if mimicking the sun. I created this piece after such an amazing weekend. One that brought my path so much confirmation. I hope this piece finds you calm and gives that feeling for driving in the countryside.

Reaching

Copper, Steel<br>Size 28" x 23.5"<br>The side of a rocky mountain doesn't seem the place for a bush. Clinging to a rock reaching past the shadow for sunlight. But yet, that is exactly what I saw driving through the Cascades. Every new day greeted with hope and a renewed sense of belonging. The bush provides shade to the grasses and wildflowers that grow beneath it allowing them to flourish during the hot dry summers. The roots stability to the little soil that remains when the rains come in the winter. Every person, every thing has its place and purpose but you can never stop reaching for it. Although it may be just out of grasp, tomorrow brings new growth and new opportunities within reach. The branches and mountain side made of steel. The leaves, grasses, and background created from copper. The background having a blued patina, while the leaves heat treated giving it the hues of pinks and reds, every part welded meticulously into place. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Growth

Copper, Steel<br>Size 20" x 20"<br>Driving through Colorado I was struck by these sunflowers all through the city. They weren't growing in a field or in someones well manicured yard, they were growing through the cracks in the cement by the highway. These beautiful sunflowers refused to be defined by where their seeds fell. Regardless they grew and blossomed. I knew I needed to create them, I knew in a way they represented us all. "Growth" was created completely by hand. Each petal was cut, cleaned, hammered and welded into place. The background is hammered copper. 1 of 1, this special piece is easily hung on any wall using an anchor. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Williams Highway

Steel, Copper, Silicon Bronze<br>Size 12" x 12"<br>I drive Williams Highway everyday on my way to my shop. It a winding road through the country, passing old barns, rivers and the occasional dear. Blackberries twist and cover old farm fencing while black trees reach from the fog. It is my favorite because as you come around the bend just after Pennington Farms, if you're lucky, you will get to see the clouds entangled in the dark mountains. The clouds peeking out between the mountains as if to be waking for the day. Every time I come around that bend it brings a calm over me. Knowing I heading right where I want to be, the mountain forests. This piece pays homage to that morning commute.

Copper Trillium

Copper, Steel<br>Size 13.75" x 7"<br>The trillium is a native flower of Southern Oregon. Known for it bright white petal and large leaves. When I came upon my first one I was intrigued by the contrast of the snow white against deep green. Because I don't use paint I wanted to capture the feel of the dramatic color in another way. I decided to create a completely copper trillium. Treated with heat and shocked in water I was able to create intense color that would reflect the same drama. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Mini Madrone

Copper, steel, silicone bronze<br>Size 4” x 3.5”<br>Hiking through the forest behind the shop you can’t escape the embrace of the madrone. A tree I’ve likened to my protector. As I walk past one tree they pass the duties of keeping me safe to the next. Felt as a breeze melting the hold that society has on me. For the madrone's aren’t protecting me from creatures, they’re protecting my sanity. The way they twist and turn captured with wire as small as 1/16” TIG welded to preserve the smoothness of the tree. Each leaf melted, hammered, and TIG welded to each tip of the branch. Not all masterpieces must be large for this one speaks volumes tiny. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Lily Frame Budding

Steel<br>Size 13" x 9"<br>The largest of the Lily collection this frame holds a steel lily and a single bud. This lily has been a work in progress over the past 5 years. Every time I begin a new flower, I first do a study and challenge how I built it the time before. It helps me keep a fresh perspective. Each petal is individually cut, sculpted, and welded into place. The pistils are each bent into shape and welded into place. The stem is forged creating a natural shape and texture. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Double Daisy Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This daisy frame displays two daisies with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 5"x8" its the perfect piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Double Poppy Frame

Copper, steel <br>Size 5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This poppy frame displays two poppies with copper petals textured by hand to give the petal a natural look. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 5"x8" its the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Double Rose Frame

Copper, steel<br>Size 5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This rose frame displays two roses with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 5"x8" its the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Budding Daisy Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 4.5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This daisy frame displays a budding daisy with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4.55" x 8" it's the perfect piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Budding Poppy Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 4.5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This poppy frame displays a single poppy with a bud ready to pop. with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4.5"x8" it's the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Budding Rose Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 4.5" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This rose frame displays a rose and bud with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4.5"x8" its the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Circle Rose Trio

Copper, Steel<br>Size 6"<br>This copper rose trio is a larger version of the mini circle series. Each flower is created from copper and given it color from heating the metal. I then sculpt each one by hand so every flower is unique. The trio can be display on its own, or mix and matched with both the small flowers frames or mini circles to create a custom collage. Because each is made by hand there may be slight variations in each piece. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Circle Poppy Trio

Copper, Steel<br>Size 6" <br>This copper poppy trio is a larger version of the mini circle series. Each flower is created from copper and given it color from heating the metal. I then sculpt and texture each one by hand so every flower is unique. The trio can be display on its own, or mix and matched with both the small flowers frames or mini circles to create a custom collage. Because each is made by hand there may be slight variations in each piece. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Circle Daisy trio

Copper, Steel<br>Size 6" <br>This copper daisy trio is a larger version of the mini circle series. Each flower is created from copper and given it color from heating the metal. I then sculpt and texture each one by hand so every flower is unique. The trio can be display on its own, or mix and matched with both the small flowers frames or mini circles to create a custom collage. Because each is made by hand there may be slight variations in each piece. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Circle Mushroom Trio

Copper, Steel<br>Size 6" <br>This copper mushroom trio is a larger version of the mini circle series. Each mushroom is created from copper and given it color from heating the metal. I then sculpt each one by hand so every mushroom is unique. The trio can be display on its own, or mix and matched with both the small frames or mini circles to create a custom collage. Because each is made by hand there may be slight variations in each piece. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Single Daisy Frame

Steel, Copper<br>Size 4" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This daisy frame displays a single daisy with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flower has been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4"x8" its the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Use care when hanging as edges may be sharp. Please keep out of the reach of children.

Single Poppy Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 4" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This poppy frame displays a single poppy with copper petals hammered by hand to give it the natural texture. The copper flowers have been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4"x8" it's the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp.

Single Rose Frame

Copper, Steel<br>Size 4" x 8"<br>Simple and beautiful. This rose frame displays a single rose with copper petals adorn with a simple leaf pattern. The copper flower has been treated with heat to give each one a unique color pattern. Hand made with no CNC assistance, each one is completely unique from the next. Measuring 4"x8" its the perfect one of a kind piece for any small space. If left outside to the elements flower and frame will patina over time. Please use care when hanging as edges may be sharp.

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