Tri-Branch Leaf Tree
This newest Leaf Tree again takes the original concept and completely reworks the design and construction. The previous designs (which I’m sure I will return to soon) are based on a cross bar on which other “branches” are mounted and ultimately the leaves. In the Tri-Branch starts with a center mounting column with three upward branches rather than two straight across, an upside down tripod. On each of those three tripod branches are mounted three more, and then three more again each to produce a structure supporting 27 leaves, rather than sequentially larger 16, 32 and 64 of the previous. And for the first time the leaves are rendered in Stainless Steel rather than aluminum for ultimate reflectivity.
16 Green Leaf Tree
Returning to the very first design in the series but now in powder coated green and black rather than polished aluminum. With sixteen leaves almost one foot square, this is a great example of how many variations there could be within a single theme. You can also see how different the Sculpture Garden looks now versus in the original 16 Leaf Tree below.
64 Leaf Tree
This may be about as grand a Leaf Tree as I want to make. Not only has the piece double in size and complexity over the 32 Leaf Tree, once again the design and style of the piece was completely reworked, resulting in a work I find far more polished and finished. While the 32 Leaf Tree has every bearing connection exposed, the 64 Leaf sibling has all bearing and connections completely isolated from view.
32 Leaf Tree
This piece was created for out second showing at Art for Art’s Sake. Even though the concept is the same as the original 16 Leaf Tree, this one was designed and made in a completely different way. Most notable too is the completely different cut for the leaves, much more in a tulip shape the scalloped and rounded edges in the previous work.
16 Leaf Tree
The first piece in the series, with sixteen leaves almost one foot square. This is the piece that really opened the door for me on how many variations there could be within a single theme. You can also see this piece’s age by the surroundings. This is what the side yard of my building looked like before we took it over and turned it into the Sculpture Garden.