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Show PAGE 16 THE ZEPHYR JANFEB 90 b petroglyphs ta steel Multidimensional steel sculptures of petroglyphs by T.C. Dutch Walker of Moab are the latest variation in modern artworks derived from ancient rock art of Native American cultures. Walker began forging petroglyphs out of steel last summer after exploring the styles and meanings of prehistoric rock art through the use of a variety of media. The timeless durability of steel, and the aged look created by use of acjd baths, produced the effect he desired indestructible artwork with a look of antiquity, .Hand-selecte- d rocks from local lichen bases. for.the the on the rocks sculptures,' canyons serve as reflecting the mottled look. f produced frOm'hcid droppings on the steel. Rusting is accelerated during production to add color, texture and variation in patterns on the steel produced from brush painting with acid. What fascinates me is, some artist pecked and painted these figures onto rock more than a thousand years ago, and the fact I can stand there and gaze at art from that long ago is intriguing, Walker said. Unfortunately, we are losing many of our rock art sites because of erosion and vandalism. By reproducing petroglyphs in steel, I feel I am helping to preserve an important era of artistic endeavor and communications from the past. high-temperatu- t I I re Walkers work is shown locally at the Moab Mercantile and Fine Arts Gallery at n the Grand Emporium on Main Street, and at the Gallery in Cortez, Colorado. Private commissions and orders call (801) 2598984. . Toh-Ati- Hop! deity, Buckhom Wash, San Rafael Swell s rt Illustration by Dutch Walker Photos & Text by Vicki Barker Dancing Kokopelli, of the Hohokam Indian tribe. |