LaPlantz Studios

From original sketch to one of a variation upon a theme. David is always amazed at the metamorphosis that his art travels through in route to the finish. So many options swirl. At some point perhaps called the end, one image has to take precedence or does it? You decide…

“BuildMeUp” Brooch Series. 2″ diameter, fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz & LotsaOptionS, Bench Pin Creations, 2014.

In three places: the before, the during and the beyond incredible events, happenings, creations, caring and sharing was the moment X moment activity. Like no other the time(s) led to a deepening of connection & emotion. How amazing & breathtaking!

“47&44BondBeYonD” Brooch. 2″ around round, fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz * Beyond Time and Space, Bench Pin Creations, 2014.

A chance, yet not a chance, meeting lead to a Bond at 23 + 1.

“(I)Can’tDoIT” and “Bond” Brooches. Each brooch = 2″ diameter, fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold Connected. © David LaPlantz & the 2Connected Bond, Bench Pin Creations, 2104.

Gazing into the eyes of love, all that could be stated was, “I can’t do that.” As difficult as the words were to utter, the truth had to be told. We’ve all said these words, either in our heads and outwardly verbal, but the truth is the truth. Isn’t it?

(I)”Can’tDoThaT” Brooch. 2″ diameter, hand fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold Connected. © David LaPlantz & The Truth, Bench Pin Images, Inc., 2014.

Images reflected seem to change how we think they really look. Is this true? Does the reflection tell a slightly different visual tale or it is an optical illusion and we are indeed, being fooled? Sorta like politics, what we see and hear are not real, just what they want us to see and hear. No, that can’t be right… What did P.T. Barnum say?

The “Eyes of Love” mean and say so very much. It is in the “eyes” that we find the love, trust and solace that inspires and keeps us contained for the “duration.” In our eyes the story is told blink X blink, minute by minute. Thanks D. Bros.

Only”EyeS4YoU” Brooch. 2 1/4″ diameter, fabricated painted aluminum, formed, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz and the Dapped, Bench Pin Creations Creation, 2014.

Two Hearts Brooches with a White Line Fever Line.
Yes Virginia, they do come in pairs.
Watch the “Eyes of the Hearts,” for they know all & see all that is connected with passion and sharing.

“2HeartS/2HeartS” Brooches. Both brooches, 2 1/4″ diameter, fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz and the Twins, Bench Pin Creations, 2014.

Hearts ‘n Black & White. Steppin’ out with my “Baby Tonight.”

Heart to Heart = Connections, the most lovely way to exist. What more need be said?

“Heart2Heart” Wearable Brooch. 2″ round, fabricated and formed industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz & Con-Nect, Bench Pin Creations, 2014.

Threading the eye of love is sometimes easy, but other times sticky and tricky. Choosing the correct thread size, estimating the exact opening dimension and making the action a positive experience takes a skill and cunning that often baffles our imaginations and unique, atypical vision. Take care when threading the eye of love… Happy Valentines!!!

“ThreadingTheEyeOfLovE” Brooch. 2″ diameter, fabricated industrially painted aluminum, engraved & cold connected. © David LaPlantz and The Needle/EYE Bench Pin Creations of 2014.