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Nov 08
Dorothy Tanner’s String Theory
In 2013, Dorothy Tanner began to work with fiber optics in combination with LED lighting. She named the sculpture String Theory. Video of Triad by Lumonics’ Marc Billard
Nov 07
Abundant by Mel Tanner (1983)
Abundant (1983) by Mel Tanner When I first walked into the original Lumonics Light and Sound Theatre in Miami 51 years ago, Abundant was one of the first light sculptures to catch my eye. It was reworked a couple of times during Mel Tanner’s lifetime, the last time in 1983. I would ask Mel why …
Nov 07
Mel Tanner Collages and Drawings (1966)
When Mel and Dorothy Tanner closed their co-op Granite Gallery on W. 57th Street in New York City in 1966, their intention was to travel in Europe. They bought a VW bug in Rotterdam, and started their road trip. Their art studio was mobile. Here are a few examples of the art Mel created, including …
Nov 06
Dorothy Tanner Sculptures (1952-1955)
Before Dorothy Tanner began using acrylic glass as a medium, she worked with a variety of materials including wood, clay, paper maché, plaster, copper, brass, steel and polyester. Dorothy especially enjoyed creating portraits in sculpture. Two photos below are from portraits of Mel Tanner (wood )and his sister, Jocelyn Tanner (plaster):
