Shell Chandelier
Materials
Ash, Brass
Techniques
raised, fabricated, cold-joined (pegged)
Dimensions
121-3/16” long x 56” wide x 10” deep
Date
December 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Location
Commissioned for a private gathering hall Tiverton, RI
Client
Peter Karczmar & Cathy Lund
Team
Designed by Boris Bally. The wood component was done in collaboration with Gerald Weckesser
Info
Design is based on racing shells (boats). Sculpture is hung from pulleys to alter height
Shell Chandelier
Materials
Ash, Brass
Techniques
raised, fabricated, cold-joined (pegged)
Dimensions
121-3/16” long x 56” wide x 10” deep
Date
December 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Location
Commissioned for a private gathering hall Tiverton, RI
Client
Peter Karczmar & Cathy Lund
Team
Designed by Boris Bally. The wood component was done in collaboration with Gerald Weckesser
Info
Design is based on racing shells (boats). Sculpture is hung from pulleys to alter height
Shell Chandelier
Materials
Ash, Brass
Techniques
raised, fabricated, cold-joined (pegged)
Dimensions
121-3/16” long x 56” wide x 10” deep
Date
December 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Location
Commissioned for a private gathering hall Tiverton, RI
Client
Peter Karczmar & Cathy Lund
Team
Designed by Boris Bally. The wood component was done in collaboration with Gerald Weckesser
Info
Design is based on racing shells (boats). Sculpture is hung from pulleys to alter height
Converging Ripples
Materials
Upcycled traffic signs (aluminum with reflective coating), machined aluminum, anodized, stainless steel hardware and cable
Dimensions
29 feet wide x 25 feet tall Mural Starts at 17’ and is 42’2” off ground at top
Date
June 2018
Photo
Boris Bally
Notes
A pebble is thrown into, or skipped over a pond, stirring the surface. Raindrops dance as tiny splashes. These intensify, become larger. An individual creates ‘splashes’ esulting in ripples that intersect. The resulting dialogue is a diverse creating a textured community of beauty.
Client
Jewish Community Center of Omaha Main Campus Entrance Façade
Team
Designer: Boris Bally. Manufacturing Assistants Don Nguyen (also Don’s helpers: Laura Ferguson Hastings, Michael Duffy, Joey Chia, Sarah Pumple, Joanna Elizabeth Read, Noah Schwartz)Installation Team: Debbie Stamer, Lucas, Etai, Nico and Boris Bally
Converging Ripples
Materials
Upcycled traffic signs (aluminum with reflective coating), machined aluminum, anodized, stainless steel hardware and cable
Dimensions
29 feet wide x 25 feet tall Mural Starts at 17’ and is 42’2” off ground at top
Date
June 2018
Photo
Boris Bally
Notes
A pebble is thrown into, or skipped over a pond, stirring the surface. Raindrops dance as tiny splashes. These intensify, become larger. An individual creates ‘splashes’ esulting in ripples that intersect. The resulting dialogue is a diverse creating a textured community of beauty.
Client
Jewish Community Center of Omaha Main Campus Entrance Façade
Team
Designer: Boris Bally. Manufacturing Assistants Don Nguyen (also Don’s helpers: Laura Ferguson Hastings, Michael Duffy, Joey Chia, Sarah Pumple, Joanna Elizabeth Read, Noah Schwartz)Installation Team: Debbie Stamer, Lucas, Etai, Nico and Boris Bally
Converging Ripples
Materials
Upcycled traffic signs (aluminum with reflective coating), machined aluminum, anodized, stainless steel hardware and cable
Dimensions
29 feet wide x 25 feet tall Mural Starts at 17’ and is 42’2” off ground at top
Date
June 2018
Photo
Boris Bally
Notes
A pebble is thrown into, or skipped over a pond, stirring the surface. Raindrops dance as tiny splashes. These intensify, become larger. An individual creates ‘splashes’ esulting in ripples that intersect. The resulting dialogue is a diverse creating a textured community of beauty.
Client
Jewish Community Center of Omaha Main Campus Entrance Façade
Team
Designer: Boris Bally. Manufacturing Assistants Don Nguyen (also Don’s helpers: Laura Ferguson Hastings, Michael Duffy, Joey Chia, Sarah Pumple, Joanna Elizabeth Read, Noah Schwartz)Installation Team: Debbie Stamer, Lucas, Etai, Nico and Boris Bally
Stole
Materials
Recycled traffic signs, sterling silver
Techniques
Humanufactured (hand-fabricated)
Dimensions
approx. 8" long x 7-1/2" wide (each square is 2-1/4")
Date
June 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Model
C.M. (via Donahue Models & Talent)
Features
SNAG New Orleans Conference, Exhibition in Motion, Crafted Visions: The Tension
Notes
Made for, Patina Gallery, Santa Fe, CA.
Stole
Materials
Recycled traffic signs, sterling silver
Techniques
Humanufactured (hand-fabricated)
Dimensions
approx. 8" long x 7-1/2" wide (each square is 2-1/4")
Date
June 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Model
C.M. (via Donahue Models & Talent)
Features
SNAG New Orleans Conference, Exhibition in Motion, Crafted Visions: The Tension
Notes
Made for, Patina Gallery, Santa Fe, CA.
Scorched Earth Saucer
Materials
Terra-cotta saucer, recycled aluminum
Techniques
Hand-pierced, diamond core drilled
Dimensions
12-1/2" x 12-1/2" x 12-1/2"
Date
April 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Notes
Made for, "We the People: Serving Notice" American Museum of Ceramic Art, Los Angeles, CA
Info
The insignificant earthen saucer accumulates excess water draining from the blossoming potted plant above. This stagnant runoff ferments, its foul stench reminding us of the plant’s unwanted debris. The current US administration has risen from the concealed, dirty layer. This forgotten segment, now unchecked and finally in power detests peace, gun safety, equal rights, universal healthcare, women’s rights and the need to protect our environment. This xenophobic leadership discredits science, history and diversity. Its supreme goal is to bolster corporate profits for its inner circle of cronies. They have duped the uneducated and disenfranchised into becoming their slaves, unwittingly achieving its goals. This Italian Terra Cotta dish brings that, usually hidden by the potted plant into full view. The seasonal medallions remind us of the current four-year term, which we are obliged to endure. It also warns us to be vigilant and to become vehicles of action, resistance and change.
Scorched Earth Saucer
Materials
Terra-cotta saucer, recycled aluminum
Techniques
Hand-pierced, diamond core drilled
Dimensions
12-1/2" x 12-1/2" x 12-1/2"
Date
April 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Notes
Made for, "We the People: Serving Notice" American Museum of Ceramic Art, Los Angeles, CA
Info
The insignificant earthen saucer accumulates excess water draining from the blossoming potted plant above. This stagnant runoff ferments, its foul stench reminding us of the plant’s unwanted debris. The current US administration has risen from the concealed, dirty layer. This forgotten segment, now unchecked and finally in power detests peace, gun safety, equal rights, universal healthcare, women’s rights and the need to protect our environment. This xenophobic leadership discredits science, history and diversity. Its supreme goal is to bolster corporate profits for its inner circle of cronies. They have duped the uneducated and disenfranchised into becoming their slaves, unwittingly achieving its goals. This Italian Terra Cotta dish brings that, usually hidden by the potted plant into full view. The seasonal medallions remind us of the current four-year term, which we are obliged to endure. It also warns us to be vigilant and to become vehicles of action, resistance and change.
Scorched Earth Saucer
Materials
Terra-cotta saucer, recycled aluminum
Techniques
Hand-pierced, diamond core drilled
Dimensions
12-1/2" x 12-1/2" x 12-1/2"
Date
April 2017
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Notes
Made for, "We the People: Serving Notice" American Museum of Ceramic Art, Los Angeles, CA
Info
The insignificant earthen saucer accumulates excess water draining from the blossoming potted plant above. This stagnant runoff ferments, its foul stench reminding us of the plant’s unwanted debris. The current US administration has risen from the concealed, dirty layer. This forgotten segment, now unchecked and finally in power detests peace, gun safety, equal rights, universal healthcare, women’s rights and the need to protect our environment. This xenophobic leadership discredits science, history and diversity. Its supreme goal is to bolster corporate profits for its inner circle of cronies. They have duped the uneducated and disenfranchised into becoming their slaves, unwittingly achieving its goals. This Italian Terra Cotta dish brings that, usually hidden by the potted plant into full view. The seasonal medallions remind us of the current four-year term, which we are obliged to endure. It also warns us to be vigilant and to become vehicles of action, resistance and change.
Loaded Menorah
Materials
Altered hand-guns, gun-barrels and components(*), 925 silver *weapons courtesy Good4Guns Anti-violence Coalition, City of Pittsburgh, PA
Techniques
Humanufactured (hand-fabricated, silver soldered, MIG welded)
Dimensions
15" (wide) x 40" (long) x 11-3/4" (tall), 71.6 Ibs
Date
May 2016
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Notes
Made for, "Guns, Violence, & Justice" exhibition, Metal Museum, Memphis, TN.
Loaded Menorah
Materials
Altered hand-guns, gun-barrels and components(*), 925 silver *weapons courtesy Good4Guns Anti-violence Coalition, City of Pittsburgh, PA
Techniques
Humanufactured (hand-fabricated, silver soldered, MIG welded)
Dimensions
15" (wide) x 40" (long) x 11-3/4" (tall), 71.6 Ibs
Date
May 2016
Photo
Aaron Usher Photography
Notes
Made for, "Guns, Violence, & Justice" exhibition, Metal Museum, Memphis, TN.
Foyle Sign Cluster
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, finished)
Dimensions
Overall:130” x 115” x 33” tall
Photo
Martin McKeown Inpresspics.com
Credits
2015
Info
Our US ‘Humanufactured’ team (Rob Boyd and Boris Bally) traveled to Derry, North Ireland for a 3 week residency during Legenderry Craft Month. We worked with 4 different groups of participants- young and old and most new to metal working- almost 50 students over the course of 3 weeks. The students voted on their prototypes, and selected the best design. It was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway, a natural occurring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. We worked closely with Seliena Coyle (who single handedly thought-up, initiated and managed all scopes of the project) The project was supported by the Derry City Council and we were surrounded by the buzz of documenting videographers (there will be a short film), photographers, press, radio stations and culminating with a presentation by Derry’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Stevenson at Guild Hall. Thanks to Colin Kennedy, Derry's Landscape Architect, Parks and Development Planner, the piece was permanently installed at the Waterside of Foyle Bridge at the head of the bike path in March 2015.
Foyle Sign Cluster
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, finished)
Dimensions
Overall:130” x 115” x 33” tall
Date
2015
Photo
Martin McKeown Inpresspics.com
Info
Our US ‘Humanufactured’ team (Rob Boyd and Boris Bally) traveled to Derry, North Ireland for a 3 week residency during Legenderry Craft Month. We worked with 4 different groups of participants- young and old and most new to metal working- almost 50 students over the course of 3 weeks. The students voted on their prototypes, and selected the best design. It was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway, a natural occurring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. We worked closely with Seliena Coyle (who single handedly thought-up, initiated and managed all scopes of the project) The project was supported by the Derry City Council and we were surrounded by the buzz of documenting videographers (there will be a short film), photographers, press, radio stations and culminating with a presentation by Derry’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Stevenson at Guild Hall. Thanks to Colin Kennedy, Derry's Landscape Architect, Parks and Development Planner, the piece was permanently installed at the Waterside of Foyle Bridge at the head of the bike path in March 2015.
Foyle Sign Cluster
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, finished)
Dimensions
Overall:130” x 115” x 33” tall
Date
2015
Photo
Seliena Coyle
Info
Our US ‘Humanufactured’ team (Rob Boyd and Boris Bally) traveled to Derry, North Ireland for a 3 week residency during Legenderry Craft Month. We worked with 4 different groups of participants- young and old and most new to metal working- almost 50 students over the course of 3 weeks. The students voted on their prototypes, and selected the best design. It was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway, a natural occurring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. We worked closely with Seliena Coyle (who single handedly thought-up, initiated and managed all scopes of the project) The project was supported by the Derry City Council and we were surrounded by the buzz of documenting videographers (there will be a short film), photographers, press, radio stations and culminating with a presentation by Derry’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Stevenson at Guild Hall. Thanks to Colin Kennedy, Derry's Landscape Architect, Parks and Development Planner, the piece was permanently installed at the Waterside of Foyle Bridge at the head of the bike path in March 2015.
Foyle Sign Cluster
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, finished)
Dimensions
Overall:130” x 115” x 33” tall
Date
2015
Photo
Seliena Coyle
Info
Our US ‘Humanufactured’ team (Rob Boyd and Boris Bally) traveled to Derry, North Ireland for a 3 week residency during Legenderry Craft Month. We worked with 4 different groups of participants- young and old and most new to metal working- almost 50 students over the course of 3 weeks. The students voted on their prototypes, and selected the best design. It was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway, a natural occurring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. We worked closely with Seliena Coyle (who single handedly thought-up, initiated and managed all scopes of the project) The project was supported by the Derry City Council and we were surrounded by the buzz of documenting videographers (there will be a short film), photographers, press, radio stations and culminating with a presentation by Derry’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Stevenson at Guild Hall. Thanks to Colin Kennedy, Derry's Landscape Architect, Parks and Development Planner, the piece was permanently installed at the Waterside of Foyle Bridge at the head of the bike path in March 2015.
Foyle Sign Cluster
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, finished)
Dimensions
Overall:130” x 115” x 33” tall
Date
2015
Photo
Finn Faulkner
Info
Our US ‘Humanufactured’ team (Rob Boyd and Boris Bally) traveled to Derry, North Ireland for a 3 week residency during Legenderry Craft Month. We worked with 4 different groups of participants- young and old and most new to metal working- almost 50 students over the course of 3 weeks. The students voted on their prototypes, and selected the best design. It was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway, a natural occurring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. We worked closely with Seliena Coyle (who single handedly thought-up, initiated and managed all scopes of the project) The project was supported by the Derry City Council and we were surrounded by the buzz of documenting videographers (there will be a short film), photographers, press, radio stations and culminating with a presentation by Derry’s Mayor Councillor Brenda Stevenson at Guild Hall. Thanks to Colin Kennedy, Derry's Landscape Architect, Parks and Development Planner, the piece was permanently installed at the Waterside of Foyle Bridge at the head of the bike path in March 2015.
Derry Stool
www.CultureCraft.co.ukThe Derry stool design was inspired by a recent residency in Derry, North Ireland. This multi-faceted (residency/ master classes/ lecture series/ exhibition/ bursary award/ installation) project was arranged by Seliena Coyle for CultureCraft (www.CultureCraft.co.uk). During this residency, three classes rotated through the various stages of learning about design, prototyping and production in metal. The students voted, and selected the best design, which was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway. This is a natural occuring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. The final product, a permanent, sculptural piece made of local traffic signage, is being installed on the Foyle River Greenway. A percentage of sales from the Derry Stools will be donated back to CultureCraft.
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, press and brake-formed, pierced and finished)
Dimensions
base: 23 x 26.5 and height is 30.5”tall tall hexagonal pillar is 14.3 x 16.3" approx 28 lbs
Date
2014
Photo
Aaron Usher III Photography
Derry Stool
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, press and brake-formed, pierced and finished)
Dimensions
base: 23 x 26.5 and height is 30.5”tall tall hexagonal pillar is 14.3 x 16.3" approx 28 lbs
Date
2014
Photo
Aaron Usher III Photography
Info
The Derry stool design was inspired by a recent residency in Derry, North Ireland. This multi-faceted (residency/ master classes/ lecture series/ exhibition/ bursary award/ installation) project was arranged by Seliena Coyle for CultureCraft (www.CultureCraft.co.uk). During this residency, three classes rotated through the various stages of learning about design, prototyping and production in metal. The students voted, and selected the best design, which was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway. This is a natural occuring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. The final product, a permanent, sculptural piece made of local traffic signage, is being installed on the Foyle River Greenway. A percentage of sales from the Derry Stools will be donated back to CultureCraft.
Derry Stool
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs, stainless hardware
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, press and brake-formed, pierced and finished)
Dimensions
base: 23 x 26.5 and height is 30.5”tall tall hexagonal pillar is 14.3 x 16.3" approx 28 lbs
Date
2014
Photo
Aaron Usher III Photography
Info
The Derry stool design was inspired by a recent residency in Derry, North Ireland. This multi-faceted (residency/ master classes/ lecture series/ exhibition/ bursary award/ installation) project was arranged by Seliena Coyle for CultureCraft (www.CultureCraft.co.uk). During this residency, three classes rotated through the various stages of learning about design, prototyping and production in metal. The students voted, and selected the best design, which was inspired by the Giant’s Causeway. This is a natural occuring geological treasure comprised of hexagonal basalt pillars and is one of N. Ireland’s most valued landmarks. These magical forms are captured in a cluster design by David Dryden, one of the participants. The final product, a permanent, sculptural piece made of local traffic signage, is being installed on the Foyle River Greenway. A percentage of sales from the Derry Stools will be donated back to CultureCraft.
Which Wich
Superior Sandwiches (Jeff Sinelli, Chief Vibe Officer and Founder)http://www.whichwich.com
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, die and brake-formed, finished)
Dimensions
assorted
Date
2015
Location
Assembly Row, Artisan Way, Somerville, MA
Team
Designer: Boris Bally Project Manager: Rob Boyd
Which Wich
Superior Sandwiches (Jeff Sinelli, Chief Vibe Officer and Founder)http://www.whichwich.com
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, die and brake-formed, finished)
Dimensions
assorted
Date
2015
Location
Assembly Row, Artisan Way, Somerville, MA
Team
Designer: Boris Bally Project Manager: Rob Boyd
Which Wich
Superior Sandwiches (Jeff Sinelli, Chief Vibe Officer and Founder)http://www.whichwich.com
Materials
recycled aluminum traffic signs
Techniques
Humanufactured® (hand-fabricated, die and brake-formed, finished)
Dimensions
assorted
Date
2015
Location
Assembly Row, Artisan Way, Somerville, MA
Team
Designer: Boris Bally Project Manager: Rob Boyd