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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
First you make a sphere using 3 shapes to simplify the production of acrylic mirror needed, count all the various shapes, hang it up, add some paint… 
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
This sculptural screen help bring the water down from the roof and into a large storm water planter to help keep the Willamette river clean in a colorful and stylish way. The steel was first hot dipped galvanized and then powder coated a vibrant orange. Thanks to Urban Development Partners for
this fun piece. Last winter turned it into an ice fall…
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
My daughter Anna and I put up this fun installation at What The Festival, an EDM music fest near Dufur, Oregon. We hung the 18″ diameter “donut” 12′ off the ground and added over 21,000′ of nylon ribbon that touched many senses, the sound of it rustling in the wind, the soft, silky touch, ever changing visual form both day and night. I’m already planning a similar, though larger piece for next years festival.
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
This is Arcs 14′ which is part of Bellewether 2014 in Bellevue Washington, a short trip from Seattle. The show runs till October and I highly recommend stopping by if you’re near their beautiful downtown park,
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
It is well worth the drive to head out to Cannon Beach and check out the Gallery that represents some of my favorite artists as well as a few of my own sculptures. NW By NW Gallery are located downtown, across from the City Park & info center, has been around for many years and the owners, Joyce and Bob will be happy to lead you on a private tour of some remarkable artworks. Join us on September 6th for a slide presentation and informal talk, 2 to 5 at the gallery. They are located at 232 N Spruce st., Cannon Beach, Or 503 436 0741
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
This 60″ sphere from stainless steel flatbar was the first one I’ve done with a glass bead blast finish, giving it a shimmering quality.
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
An 8′ sphere that has a 10′ diameter table all built around a well ventilated fire pit, a sure way to keep warm during our cool Oregon nights…
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
I installed this piece, Love Found, at a beautiful home this Spring, 2014. 10′ tall from sandblasted steel.
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
4- 15′ carrots appeared last year along the New Seasons Market on Williams recently, they appear to be hot dipped galvanized and then powder coated for high vitamin A visibility.
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How to build a 10′ disco ball….
Here are 3 spheres. 10′, 7′ and 5′ I installed at Cal Poly in February, all stainless steel, nearly a mile of 3/8″ round rod.
