"La Papietta" is a temporary title, that is not even a word. I feel that there is some word I've not yet learned that will ultimately be the title for this piece. I am drawn to french words in this case, because I have some predetermined notion from nowhere that delicate paper treasures are very french. "Papier" is the french word for paper, and typically words with "etta" at the end of them mean something small and feminine. Obviously this isn't a small sculpture, but it is delicate, which is a trait most small things share, as well.

This sculpture clarified for me a need to explore my steadfast interest in things that grow uncontrollably in several directions.This sculptu

steel, paper, lights; 5' x 5' x 6'. 2006
LaPapietta was shown at the Mary Boyce Temple house in Knoxville, as a part of the CRADLE ART GROUP exhibit there.
Photo: Brandon Rogers
"LaPapietta" was invited to be part of "The Ten Show" as part of Artini in Chattanooga, TN, in January 2007.
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