Archive for June, 2005

Behind The Scene

Thursday, June 30th, 2005

Being a bronze sculptor is a job that requires good physical health. We sometimes forget that artists use not only their creative minds but their physical bodies, as well.
In the past, the bronze sculptor had to absorb the chemicals, through skin and noses. They endured occupational hazards [...]

Diversity, In Bronze

Wednesday, June 29th, 2005

The world really is a small place. We have become connected to a vast amount of people worldwide with the click of a ‘mouse.’ The huge benefit we get from this easy access is that we familiarize ourselves with so many cultures.
Our country has been the benefactor of [...]

A Plastic Nation

Tuesday, June 28th, 2005

When did we become enamored with plastic? Why did we develop this affinity to things which are short-lived and fleeting?
We get many inquiries about the desktop bronze airplanes only to be told that they are too costly and out of reach to the inquirer. Robert has come to politely [...]

The Science of Warfare

Monday, June 27th, 2005

With war a constant story, lately, we may learn from our history.
World War II statistics show that 98% of our troops never fired their guns and some of those that did, fired into the air. As a people, we are NOT killers.
Due to this information, the military re-thought [...]

Life in the Semi-Fast Lane

Friday, June 24th, 2005

Our pace, as we get older, seems to decelerate. I guess that may be inevitable, no? But, if you’ve ever attended one of the many WWII reunions, you may be surprised at the spunk of those octogenarians!
Their agendas are grueling. They seem to have unbounding energy. I [...]

A Faith Restored

Thursday, June 23rd, 2005

We received an e-mail from a veteran who has been giving survivors of wars the Final Fold pins. As a member of a VFW, he feels compelled to go one step further upon hearing that a veteran has died.
Unfortunately, he has run out of pins.
The Iraqi [...]