Upholstery Springs have brought me some of the most inspiring moments and the range of work I have been able to conjure out of this material is ever growing and without end. The simple shapes combined form an historical range of our cultural past that continues to surprise me. It appears as if I am not alone in this observation.
Spring Dress Lounge
2010, upholstery springs, steel, 47 x 69 x 24, private collection – White Door Photo
The Thicket
2012, upholstery springs, steel, casters, 109 x 47 x 29, artist’s studio – Kris Graves Photography
Floral Sampler
2011, Approx. 48” x 20” x 4”,upholstery springs, private collection – Rosanna Penna
Floral Wall Climber
2011, Approx. 96” x 40” x 10”, upholstery springs, private collection – Rosanna Penna
Spring Screen
2003, upholstery springs, 84” x 27”, artist studio – Kronus Photography
Musical Chairs
2014, upholstery springs, steel, EA. 47 x 24 x 17, private collection and artist studio – Rosanna Penna