"THE SURPRISE OF A METAL SCULPTURE IN A NATURAL SETTING MAKES FOR THE VIEWE


At Parris Metal Arts, our vision is to be the leading organization in our region for promoting and celebrating the arts. We strive to create a welcoming and inclusive community that values creativity and artistic expression.
My name is Jim Parris. I enjoy the physical and creative aspects of welding. Using tools and heat to transform flat sheets of steel into functional objects, or simply pleasing shapes is very rewarding. I find that my thoughts and interpretations of a particular piece are not always shared by the viewer, and learning the different ways of viewing something I created is educational and fun. I came to welding and the world of art after a long career as a lawyer. The change from law to steel is on-going and continues to be a work in progress.
Since our founding in 2010, Parris Metal Arts has made a significant impact on the local arts community. We have helped to launch the careers of many talented artists, provided accessible cultural experiences to thousands of people, and contributed to the economic and social vitality of our region.
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