It takes patience to wait several weeks for each piece of your work reach its final stage. That’s how long Louise Rauh needs to slowly dissolve the metal layers on the etched aluminum bowls that have become her trademark. Rauh developed the technique for her MFA thesis in an effort to “diminish the boundary between delicacy and durability.” Patience…
Spun Amethyst, 4″ x 8″
Spring Rain, 3″ x 6″
My pieces articulate life in transformation, growth, inevitable deterioration and regeneration. Working with several layers of color on a deeply etched , hammered or hand brushed surface I attempt to narrow the line between delicacy and durability. My intention is to convey a visual impression of fragility grounded in the inherent strength of the material used.
Susan, thanks very much for finding this artist for us. When I saw the “Spring Rain” bowl, it nearly took my breath away! I love this woman’s work and again thank you for making us aware of her. Breathtaking!
How many times and in how many ways can I say “I love your blog”???
What a great find! Her work is stunning.