I accepted a job to spear-head a project that would end up on display in the Governor’s Office in Austin; a gift to the State of Texas and all their residents; a set of spurs that were to bring the very essence of gratitude for all governors, past, present, and future. What an honor to be asked to build such a project! And where to begin? The great privilege given to allow complete artisan freedom is not a light task when building an art project. I wanted to honor the current governor and leave him a mark to pass along to all succeeding governors, but also to honor the past and future governor’s with a symbol so distinguishable that almost all individuals would recognize it; the symbol of the Texas Ranger combined with the symbol of the governor’s star. . The horse was a given as it represents the great western lifestyle; and hidden in plain view is a small pecan tree which holds my own stories as a child. Well, before I go any further, I have attached a few photos of the letter to the State of Texas and the letter I wrote to the Governor, along with the project itself. Oh how I’m trying hard not to write a novel here! So many stories within stories are here.
I may not be engraving today if it were not for Hoss. He has been with me in a few projects as we both build our trade into a working profession. And of course Montana Turtle, from West Yellowstone, MT (http://www.montanaturtle.com/) did all the hand engraving. Ha ha. Do you know this guy? What a nut!
Last but not least is my client that continues to believe in my work and pushes me to new levels in my own profession. I call him the “Big C”. He has been monumental in my personal journey to become an engraver and jeweler; and without going any further, I will stop here. If you have any questions, please ask. Please be respectful as to leave out all political and religious comments. Thank you!
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