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Background
We work primarily in copper, steel, and clay. Bronze is also a favorite.
Background
Inspiration
Background
James W. Ardis started in art as a potter making Raku on Beaver Island and throwing dinnerware sets on the farm in Hemlock, Michigan during the 1970's. In the 80's he began teaching and evolved the work to include slab built sculpture and durable outdoor art. The 90's took us in the direction of copper and classical bronze, and closed out
James W. Ardis started in art as a potter making Raku on Beaver Island and throwing dinnerware sets on the farm in Hemlock, Michigan during the 1970's. In the 80's he began teaching and evolved the work to include slab built sculpture and durable outdoor art. The 90's took us in the direction of copper and classical bronze, and closed out with me joining dad in the studio as an apprentice. 2000's to present, we've had gallery shows, trade fairs, art festivals from coast to coast and multiple commissions of public sculpture. The catalog of past work includes custom orders for gardens, bridge medallions, fountains on the square, and several large wall mounted sculptures that serve as logo and signage for businesses around the country. Our classical and stylized bronzes continue to get bigger and better. As with so many other small businesses, Covid set us back significantly, but we're on the rebound. Dad remains the driving force and Master Sculptor, but is now semi retired. We're in the process of restructuring, with me coming back online in the studio and my own sons beginning to add their creativity to the family business.
Inspiration
Inspiration
Inspiration
Art- for art's sake and for legacy. Connection- with both people and source. When old AL (Artistic License) gets to whispering in our ear, all bets are off. Each idea manifests in its own individual style. We want to make whatever we want and have it sold years in advance for more than we could ever need.