Russell Rocket Stove

Rocket stoves have been around for a long while.  I went ahead with a large prototype build recently.  It burns hot and is very efficient.  It takes a few minutes to fire it up using twig biomass or kindling. The feed tube is set at a 45 degree angle and is self feeding.  They call these a rocket stove, because of the rocket sound it emits from the tube when it gets going.  

I plan to build these in a smaller design for camping and ease of use.  I will update as they are completed.    If interested in your own rocket stove, give me a yell.

Thanks for looking!

Looking ahead

Hello all!  I haven't written in a long time!  My apologies.  I've moved my studio to Grand Haven, and have spent much of last fall and this winter setting it up.

 I'm looking forward to upcoming year.  Though last year I closed shop early on the markets and shows, I plan on ramping it up this year.  You can find me on Saturdays at the Holland Farmers Markets.    Come on down and check out the unique sculptures this year.  I have a few other shows coming up, and will share the details at a later date.  Many Thanks to all my art lovers who enjoy the sculptures as much as I do!  

New Beginnings

    I'm very anxious and ready for this new season to start.  It has been a long winter and I'm ready to start off on a new adventure, and a fresh start.  2013 was a tough year for me on a personal level.  I took a lot of time off from creating sculptures do to unforeseen circumstances.  Such as life, it will always carry on.   I've been invigorated again to start producing work that everyone can enjoy.  Many thanks to my loyal followers, clients, and fans that come back to see my latest creations. Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today.  Thanks!  Blessings!

"Tree of LIfe" Sculpture

Here's my latest installation in Detroit, MI - "Tree of Life".  Art of Leadership Foundation commissioned me to build it.  This sculpture stands 16 feet in height on pedestal base.  Many thanks to my dad Jim Russell for helping deliver and install!  I enjoyed the challenge of this build.  It's made from stainless steel tube and stainless plate.

Herons on the Lake

A friend passed this on to me recently. They captured a great shot of a Heron next to my metal ones. I love the silhouette of the metal against the gentle wake of the lake. How relaxing is that!?

Thank you so much Rog!

2011, a year in review

2011 was a busy and productive year.  Here are a few pics of some of the smaller works I produced throughout the year.  Enjoy!

Kinetic Calla Lily Sculpture - Lake Macatawa

Commissioned as a memorial sculpture, this kinetic sculpture is made from stainless steel sheet and tube.  The center blade assembly spins in the slightest breeze.  A custom patination process was created for this piece to accent the sculpture in the sunlight.  It sits in a beautiful and peaceful location on Lake Macatawa.