Thinking About My Art

It has been evident in the images of my recent work that certain subtleties are not easily seen.  Admittedly, I am not the most skilled studio photographer in the world, but these subtle changes in clear coat sheen are sometimes hard to see in person, much less in a jpg.  When I share my work [...]

I can’t recall if I mentioned this prior to yesterday, but beginning Sunday, January 3, I will be doing a four-week artist residency in sculpture at the Vermont Studio Center in Johnson, VT.  This is my first residency and I am both excited and nervous.  As I often like to do, let’s breakdown both of [...]

I apologize for the long delay in posting something new here.  Between a five-day Disney trip, the Christmas holidays and preparing for my upcoming residency (specific post coming soon), things have just been hectic.  However, I have been able to create some new work in the studio and I am excited to share the images [...]

I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce you to my wonderful studio assistant.  Here he is: He’s quite attractive in his alien space mask, isn’t he?  This man is my dad, Sam Kirkland, and what he lacks in style he more than makes up for in woodworking knowledge.  He’s been helping me realize my [...]

Approximately two weeks ago Stacey and I made a big decision.  Well, I guess it’s not that big.  We decided to join a gym and we’re now proud members of L.A. Fitness in the Dulles Town Center.  When I was growing up I played baseball and basketball all the time.  I played baseball for my [...]