Hugh's Legacy

Third of a series, Rust Never Sleeps. My Grandfather worked all of his life in a steel mill; all i remember about him is dark colours, the smell of hot metal and smoke, and a big laugh. I found the rusted bits at a junkyard; the pivoting piece is from an old gasket housing. This is "Hugh's Legacy" (all clickable)

Hugh's Legacy a

Hugh's Legacy detail

Hugh's Legacy detail 2

 I'll have to build another for the exchange with Joel though--i can't bear to part with this one!!!
 

Comments

[Carol T]

Stunning! love the diamonds especially.

[Susan Sawatzky]

I DO like that one. Sure you won't part with it?

[Mary Anne]

I'm in awe and I can see why you would never want to part with this one...it's beautiful!! Love it, love it

[Irene R]

Love it! My father worked in the steelworks also so I know what you mean about that metallic smell. Mind you, we kids, used to fight over his smoky smelling sandwiches if he had any lunch leftovers.

[Jacqueline de Jong]

Gorgeous work Arlee, I love the colours..

[Midge]

So amazing and highly evocative, no wonder you want to keep it. Try not to do something so dazzlingly gorgeous for your swap! (as if)