Comin to a close

I figured that I would post the fu dog finality here, and my last sculpture piece is on the sculpture blog...does anyone know how to view other blogs without being an author of that blog?

Protection, Bound and Submerged, 2007
Polyurethane Foam, Steel, Plastic, Twine, Cinder Blocks, Ice
3.5' X 2.5' X 2.5'



Two blocks of light attempt to draw the viewer's attention. Drawing closer reveals that the lights are shining on two blocks of ice encasing two Fu Dogs that are trying to burst out of the water, but are being held down by twine and cinder blocks. The creatures traditionally guard the entrances to people's homes protecting them from evil spirits and bringing good fortune, however, over time people have reduced their meanings to mere novelty items. The Fu Dogs are ready to leap out of their tanks and perform their duties, but I attempt to keep them and their present intrigue in stasis and let the water do the changing.