Forest City Found

The Hope Memorial Bridge, originally known as the Lorain-Carnegie Bridge, was completed in 1932 and spans the Cuyahoga River, connecting downtown Cleveland with the city's west side. It was renamed in 1983 to honor Bob Hope's father, Harry L. Hope, a skilled stonemason who worked on the bridge.

The Guardians of Traffic, designed by sculptor Henry Hering and architect Frank Walker, are massive sandstone sculptures that stand sentinel over the bridge. These Art Deco figures, each holding a different mode of transportation in their hands, symbolize progress and protection, celebrating the city's industrial heritage.

Unique Facts:

Each of the eight Guardians stands 43 feet tall and weighs over 18 tons.

The bridge was one of the first in the nation to integrate large-scale sculpture with a functional infrastructure project.

The Guardians of Traffic are considered one of Cleveland's most distinctive landmarks and have become symbols of the city's resilience and ingenuity.

Artistic Highlights:

In "Forest City Found," the Guardians of Traffic statue is presented in a new light, surrounded by vibrant, almost otherworldly foliage. The bold color palette and surreal transformation invite viewers to see the statue as part of a hidden, magical forest rather than an urban industrial environment. The intricate details of the statue and the natural framing of the trees create a harmonious blend of man-made and natural beauty, making this piece a captivating addition to any collection.

This artwork is a celebration of Cleveland's rich history and the hidden beauty that can be found within its urban landscape. It’s perfect for those who appreciate the fusion of historical significance and imaginative artistry.

Let’s Get Metal with Metal Art Prints

Creating art that POPS is my purpose, my MO, the ultimate goal. While the work I produce looks stunning on photo paper, the absolute best way to experience my art is when it's printed on a slab of metal… aluminum to be precise. The shimmer, the sheen, and the durability just cannot be beat. There are so many benefits to metal prints, but my favorite (from a utilitarian standpoint) is that you never have to worry about the expense and frustration that comes with custom framing.

Your metal prints come ready to hang with a built-in mount. And don’t be fooled by the material, these things are ultra-light, so you never have to deal with the anxiety of coming home to a fresh hole in your drywall and shattered glass on the floor!

So, what goes into a metal print?

Metal prints represent a new art medium for preserving photos and art by infusing dyes directly into specially coated aluminum sheets. Because the image is infused into the surface and not on it, the artwork takes on an almost magical luminescence. The ultra-hard scratch-resistant surface is waterproof/weatherproof and can be cleaned easily with ammonia-free glass cleaner. For the best viewing experience  metal prints should not be displayed in direct sunlight.

Get that Paper… Paper Prints

Perhaps you have the perfect frame in mind for a piece of my art and a metal print just won’t cut it… let’s go old-school with modern technology and get you a stunning photo-paper print. Available in a range of sizes with most pieces printed on brilliant metallic-paper that shimmers and mesmerizes in the light. Just wait until you see it in person!

Old School in the Newest Way

Metallic paper uses a patented combination of film and laminate layers resulting in a striking metallic shine. Its unique pearlescent surface, ultra-bright backgrounds, and smooth photo finish draw you into the brilliant world of color I created as if you were looking through a window. Oh, and it will last a lifetime or two (or more)… standard Archival Value of 100 years in home display; 200 years in dark storage.

Now, let’s add some color to your walls and make everyday a beautiful experience. I can’t wait for you to see what you’ve been missing.