Metal Trees

My inspiration...

Sal Villano — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 17:02:25 -0500

Bonsai with Hammered Leaves, wire tree sculpture: 20"H x 14"W x 13"D Created using 24 & 26 gauge galvanized steel wire. The end of each twig is hammered flat to create a flat leaf which gives the tree a very full appearance. The tree sits on a mound made of sea sand many assorted pebbles and rocks. The sea sand and pebbles are painted in yellows and greens using India ink, which will not fade and gives the appearance of moss covered earth. The piece is planted on a 6.5 inch round antique solid wood base, with hand cut openings on the sides. It was made in Japan.Many people have asked me what was my inspiration to create wire trees.

Gold Wind Swept, wire tree sculpture

Sal Villano — Sat, 16 Jan 2010 10:36:01 -0600

8" x 8" x 5" Made of 24 Gauge Gold color wire. Planted in a dark blue ceramic rectangular bonsai pot. The tree is on a mound of bonded sea sand and pebbles which have been painted with green and yellow India ink to look like moss covered earth.

My latest project, tag alder.

T Bourke — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 10:43:42 -0600

Here is a link to my latest project. It includes pictures from start to delivery!
http://www.incertclevername.com/?p=86

Canadian Pride

Sandra Moses — Wed, 21 May 2008 16:52:56 -0500

Canadian Pride: Hi one and all,

Bonsai on Bamboo - Wire Tree Sculpture

Sal Villano — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 12:19:32 -0600

Bonsai on Bamboo - Wire Tree Sculpture
8"H x 5"W x 5"D. Made of 24 gauge steel wire that was allowed to rust, producing a warm dark brown color. The tree is bonded to a small piece of slate, covered with sea sand and pebbles, then painted in yellow, green and white India ink. The sand and pebble mixture has the appearance of moss covered earth. The sculpture is planted in a rectangular, light green, glossy ceramic container. This sculpture includes a small bamboo platform. All the colors used are "light fast" and will not fade.