Turning scrap metal into stunning sculptures
Growing up in Germany after the Second World War, I became interested in creating things out of metal. There were a lot of brass gun shells around, so I used them to make flower vases and hammered designs on to them. In those days, food was scare—I lived on an Island called Sylt in northern Germany, where fish was available but not much else—so I traded the vases for food.
In 1951, at the age of 19, I immigrated to Canada, landing in Halifax and subsequently moving to Ontario.
In later years, black smithing, working with sheet metal, pipe-fitting and welding allowed me to acquire a good background working with metal, which came in handy when I retired and began creating sculptures.
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Day & Night
Clive Branson of Ottawa explains the fascinating psychological effect of seeing the same scene in daylight and then at night
BACK-ROAD ADVENTURES
Capturing the history and beauty of Quebec’s Eastern Townships in winter
A Very Merry Christmas
Waiting for the turkey to roast has never been so much fun!
BEAUTIFUL BERMUDA
This lovely island nation boasts friendly locals and incredible views
Room with a View
This window on the natural world brings a sense of peace and joy
Sled dog Salvation
Tracing the incredible journey of a musher from Edmonton who fled her abusive spouse with her dog team and made it all the way into Ripley’s Believe It or Not
Christmas on Display!
Unpacking and showcasing the family collection of Santas, snowfolk and village scenes is an annual labour of love
SOLITARY PURSUITS
Enjoying brisk winter days in the great outdoors
WILLIAM POPE: An Artist for the Ages
A tribute to Norfolk County’s Naturalist
The Intrepid OJIBWAY
The story of a man, and a community, who fostered a sense of pride and dignity for those to come