Materials: .999 Fine Silver, Sterling Silver, Copper, Lead-bearing Enamel
Dimensions: 6/8" Gauged Tunnels
The memories of a Republican Senate Candidate discussing people taking back this country with the use of what she described as "2nd Amendment Remedies" still echos through me. The gun violence since those remarks is also hard to forget or ignore. This piece discusses that violence and wonders if it is truly worth it? Gauged Tunnels rip into the ear; hanging from it is an enameled M-14 Assault rifle firing up at the tunnel with enameled blood droplets hanging from the roman chain. These Gauged Tunnels were fabricated and cut by hand. Ninomiya Japanese Lead-bearing Enamel was used, fired at 1400 degrees F.
Photo credit: Kimberly Deverell Photography
Matthew Coté
Matthew Coté Art and Design
Tacoma, WA. USA
As a Metalsmith I try and have a direct message with my body of work. My work is a commentary about the current atmosphere within the human condition that surrounds us while many are persuaded by political, religious, or corporate influences. I received my Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree in Art from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington; while also receiving the College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Award for Excellence in Leadership. I studied Jewelry and Metalsmithing techniques, including methods of design and approach, under Keith Lewis. I am currently teaching classes at the Tacoma Metal Arts Center and furthering my knowledge of the field, and preparing my portfolio for Graduate School applications, while under the guidance of Owner/Operator Amy Reeves.
Materials: .999 Fine Silver, Sterling Silver, Copper, Lead-bearing Enamel
Dimensions: 6/8" Gauged Tunnels
The memories of a Republican Senate Candidate discussing people taking back this country with the use of what she described as "2nd Amendment Remedies" still echos through me. The gun violence since those remarks is also hard to forget or ignore. This piece discusses that violence and wonders if it is truly worth it? Gauged Tunnels rip into the ear; hanging from it is an enameled M-14 Assault rifle firing up at the tunnel with enameled blood droplets hanging from the roman chain. These Gauged Tunnels were fabricated and cut by hand. Ninomiya Japanese Lead-bearing Enamel was used, fired at 1400 degrees F.
Photo credit: Kimberly Deverell Photography
Matthew Coté
Matthew Coté Art and Design
Tacoma, WA. USA
As a Metalsmith I try and have a direct message with my body of work. My work is a commentary about the current atmosphere within the human condition that surrounds us while many are persuaded by political, religious, or corporate influences. I received my Bachelor's of Fine Arts Degree in Art from Central Washington University in Ellensburg, Washington; while also receiving the College of Arts and Humanities Dean's Award for Excellence in Leadership. I studied Jewelry and Metalsmithing techniques, including methods of design and approach, under Keith Lewis. I am currently teaching classes at the Tacoma Metal Arts Center and furthering my knowledge of the field, and preparing my portfolio for Graduate School applications, while under the guidance of Owner/Operator Amy Reeves.