Extreme Magical Metal Makeovers...

"I am a self taught artist, as such, I experiment with technique, style and material going beyond the boundaries that can confine artists.

I primarily work in metal, combining recycled metals, found objects and some new materials. Much of my artwork is made from things that without my intervention would end up in a land fill. In this time of environmentalism, finding beauty and purpose in discards and being able to reconstitute them into objects of art, drive much of what I do. Except for an occasional preserving clear coat, rarely is anything ever painted. Materials are left in their original state.
Materials are heated, bent, hammered, welded, brazed or soldered in the course of being reconstructed into sculpture.

I enjoy making pieces which bring a smile to the viewer, that invite being touched, that look natural in the home or outdoors."

--William Herzfeld, 2010

William Herzfeld takes old, rusted metals and creates whimsical, eclectic, beauties. Adding embelishments to create life...no paint, no toxic chemicals, no pollutants - just beautiful, forged metal that was discarded, laying to waste!

With a touch of the hammer and solder, and slight of hand -- VOILA! a magical metal makeover is created!

William Herzfeld, an Eclectic Wonder himself, gives quality of life back to something that was thought to be junk, a throw-away. He allows those who view his work to touch the new creation of life, to feel it's energy - a thriving piece of art standing tall and proud as it shows off its new expressive look!

Perhaps we all should think twice as Bill does before discarding something and maybe, just maybe Mother Earth wouldn't be in the situation she is in right now...

Come see his extreme magical metal makeovers for yourself! William Herzfeld will be displaying his Eclectic Wonders at SoBoBo from December 1st to December 31st. SoBoBo is open Thursdays and Fridays from 11 am to 4 pm; Saturday from noon to 7 pm; and Sunday from noon to 6 pm.

Just in time for the Holidays! and someone can own an original piece of art and at the same time save the environment! How wonderful that is!

November's Artist - Allan Dudek

"Golden Monkey" - mixed media - by Allan Dudek

"No expectations. No disappointments. Art inspired by living with humans and their peculiar ways. As a wanderer of the world I have observed many things that have no explanation. Man’s destruction of man, of nature, of oneself. Killing in the name of God. Breaking the hearts of the people you love the most.

This same man has raised families, helped strangers, built hospitals and schools. The world I see is filled with curiosities that have existed since the beginning of time. As an artist I can only record what I see. I can not create what is not there. That is for the dreamers. Mixing medias is my choice to capture the controversy. Love and hate, warm and cold, war and peace. Recycle, re-use, renew. All material is in play. No expectations. No disappointments."

-- Allan Dudek, 2010 --

"Blood Diamonds" - mixed media - by Allan Dudek

If only we all take into consideration the observations that Allan sees, perhaps we would be more endearing to our fellow man, to the environments and Eco-systems, Mother Earth. Maybe then we can see ourselves sitting down at the Thanksgiving table together giving thanks for all the creations set before us.

Allan's work is from the heart, he sees what most cannot because of his observations and he understands more than some the issues and climates of different societies of the underdeveloped nations as well as here in the United States. He brings to us in art form that same knowledge, hoping those who view it will grasp the meaning behind the images and perhaps pass along the message. All the while recycling, reusing, reducing which in turn he is renewing what was left into a work of art!

"Overdose" - mixed media - by Allan Dudek

An amazing man, amazing messages, amazing art! His creations can get a chuckle even a laugh because his humor hits the funny bone; his creations makes one ponder hoping to stir the mind to take action; his art can even bring together a room that seems to have an emptiness, connecting and bringing it to life...A must see!

Allan's work will be on display at SoBoBo for the month of November. And a reminder when the month is done he still will be exhibiting certain other work!

Visit SoBoBo to truly enjoy Allan's art. Gallery hours are Thursday and Friday 11am to 4pm; Saturday Noon to 7pm and Sunday Noon to 6pm. If you cannot make it during the times Gallery is open, please call 203-906-8945 to make an appointment.