Toronto City Salvage and Transformation
Computers, Printers, and Eye Glasses
I am always amazed by the continuous improvements that we make in the manufacturing business especially in terms of technology advancement. Sustainability is a concern that many of us have consistent thoughts on. Huge advancements proceeds the concern of long term maintenance of environmental, economical and social responsibility. People are more conscious now and trying to take their own steps towards leaving a smaller carbon footprint. Recycling is one small step that most of participate in if accessible and available. Some people take a huge commitment and life journey toward decreasing the world’s carbon footprint. Some building construction projects take on the financial burden and use a lot more solar panels . I find myself overwhelmed by the possibilities and lengths we can go if seriously committed to %100 sustainability. I feel this comes out in my art work. I have become an artist who salvages materials so I can to not only incorporate these interesting items in my paintings but also send a subtle visual message about these concerns. 
Wood Panels with Antique Style Bicycles and Wise Owls
A while back during a art supplies sale, I purchased some small 8″x8″ wood panels. I was captivated by the natural texture of the wood rather than the canvas. I ran my fingers over the brown wooden surface and sometimes felt the shame of painting over such a natural forest product. These panels stayed blank and untouched for a while. Eventually, I took this guilt and decided to see where I could go with it. My inner voice told me that the wood panels were not meant to be merely painted on with acrylic paint. They were meant for much more, with a serious message done in a fun whimsical way. I rustled up all my salvaged materials taken from broken and discarded computers, eye glasses, printers, and other various other objects. I played with the visual arrangement. The huge assortment of objects on the panels began. A few of the materials needed to be manipulated but two images of owls unintentionally appeared.
I named one a WISE CYBER OWL sitting on it’s perch with arrow keypads for ears. The direction of arrows going in, and going out. Two other 8″ x 8″ wood panels suggested whimsical antique style images of bicycles. The backspace keypad lay on the speaker. I do not consider the paintings completely FINISHED yet. A few touch up and changes need to be made and they will be ready for display and sale. The next step after this will be where to exhibit. I noticed a month ago when visiting my Toronto Dentist they had a wall hanging system to display local Artists paintings. I remember thinking this was a great chance for Artist to display their art work for free and gain more exposure and gain some possible sales that could be commission free. Something I will need to talk to my Toronto dentist about during or before my next visit.
Technology From a Distance – The City View
In the past have created a few various city-scapes. Included is a larger version of Toronto currently hung and for sale in Cafe Uno in the Distillery District. I bought slightly smaller panoramic wooden panels size 36″ x 12″ that were perfect for small computer pieces and other objects I have discovered to compose more city lines. I love process of using acrylics and the blending of the sky. I have a developed a series horizontal city lines using computer parts. I have more additions of these 36″ x 12″ cyber cityscapes. I do not attempt at realism but play with the possibilities of a simple perfect futuristic city from a distance. I am bit of a dreamer and love to see positive social change and developments. The following painting contains a beautiful glass mirror strip salvaged from an old printer that was found in the trash. I like to believe it adds a reflective quality to the piece. I am reflective and find it a great learning tool if I use it correctly and fully aware. I guess I was hoping this futuristic type of city would take a reflective stance as well for possible positive growth and sustainability. I can visualize amazing groups of people working towards and creating a remaining diverse and productive society over time.
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I try to re-use and recycle items as much as possible in my paintings. I have even been fortunate to have had some beeswax given to me. I use many recycled items as molds when I make my candle creations. I have not mastered this craft yet but find it a relaxing activity. I create some beeswax candles worth selling to others around the holiday season to make some extra cash. Every little bit counts right. I have used yogurt containers and such for molds but some plastics don’t handle well with the hot wax. Probably not a good material to use with the healthy natural bees wax. I have checked out buying some more interesting candle molds made of metal but there isn’t a lot of there. I often wish I had the capabilities of 



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