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HARRY TALLMAN, WOOD & METAL CREATIONS Steam punk, rustic and industrial. That is how Harry Tallman of Wood & Metal Creations would describe his lamps. Harry became interested in this rare craft during his time as an activities director for an assisted living facility. “I realized the seniors were not utilizing skills they acquired over many years in the work place or that pertained to their careers,” Harry states. “This idea was a way to engage them in activities that would increase their cognitive function and enhance their creativity and mental sharpness.” Each lamp is made out of wood and metal with a variety of gears, pulleys, brass gauges and more. He begins by placing these pieces on a worktable, “I start grabbing, fitting, positioning and assemble what actually becomes a pretty cool piece.” Once, there was an antique porcelain bed pan on the table and guess what… it was used in one of his lamps. In 2014, he turned his passion into a job, making wood and metal lamps for the public. Each lamp is unique and artistic, yet functional for the everyday home or office. Customers have brought their own treasured items, like a transmission gear from a 1967 Mustang, to be
I HOPE THOSE WHO SEE MY DESIGNS, STOP AND REALIZE IT’S NOT JUST A LAMP THAT LIGHTS UP A ROOM.” 22
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integrated into a lamp. Harry sets up at fine arts festivals throughout Georgia, you can see his schedule here: www.facebook.com/woodmetalcreations