A well wrought piece will reflect the smith's skill and precision in its easy spontaneity. I love the manner in which metal can be stretched and squashed and bent and twisted. The marvelous and varied forms it can take. The way it can embody not only the craftsman's design idea, but other elements of her personality as well. In my work, I strive for a graceful flow and sensuous surfaces.
Simplicity is good.
I want to see symmetry where it is a mark of good craftsmanship. Elsewhere, I don't insist on strict obedience as long as the metal seems to be going my general direction. The best pieces are a collaboration between the resistance of the medium and the intent of the artist. In times past I played old time dance music. As a dance is called, the tunes are played over and over until the dancers have progressed completely through the square.