Mood Modern Lamps

Having tired of the symmetry and "seam in the back" approach to lampshades, Will Richards has shaken up the concept of the traditional lampshade. He has incorporated epoxy glass cloth with carbon fiber and a variety other composite materials to produce one of a kind shades. These are hand laid up by the artist using scraps from the manufacturing process of a local composite engineering company. One might find rivets, overlaps, triangles of many shapes, sizes and materials skilfully arranged to create flow in a seamly endeavor.

The ceramic bases reflect a return to his potter roots acquired almost 40 years ago. Slip cast from a special clay body, the eight currently available models are poured, dried, bisque fired, glazed, raku fired and washed. The Raku process involves a rapid firing to melt the glazes and then introduce these glowing pots to combustible material where they receive a carbon induction from air tight smoke filled chamber.

The final assembly involves a mix and match session which connects the glazed tops and feet with the bodies based on color and surface tension. Each foot has cork added to prevent the marring of any surface. The wiring step unites a carbon fiber riser tube and cord with solid nickel plated brass sockets and all come with pull chains.

These lamps are unique and wonderful. Each has it's own gesture and personality. They are designed to challenge your mood.