The lines of the polished hardwood floors leading the eye to the room’s main feature, a fire screen comprised of bronze-colored scissors. “The idea came from a crazy dream I had once,” Kerrigan says. She collected the scissors and began welding them together because she liked the look of the different circles and blades. Across the room sits an infant-sized metal chair that, when sighted, was named “God’s Chair” by a scrap yard worker who believed it was reserved for the Almighty. Kerrigan’s home hosts a bundle of handmade seats, all prized possessions with varying looks. “I like chairs because it involves problem solving,” she says. “They need to be stable and inviting.” The “Gardener’s Throne” is made of welded pipes and, if attached to a hose, also functions as a sprinkler. The chair has been shown on different occasions and has yet to sell. “I’ve thought about renting it out. Having a garden party? Rent the sprinkler chair!” Kerrigan jokes. She has dabbled in many artistic styles, starting her professional career as a culinary artist and pastry chef. But after receiving high accolades in that field, Kerrigan left to pursue welding and other types of artwork, most of which incorporate found objects. One of her jewelry series, titled “Reliquaries,” is comprised of objects such as a used match or a worn-out pencil. “I like the cheapness of found objects and elevating it to something more,” Kerrigan says. She considers herself a failed capitalist and does little self-promotion. “I would be absolutely OK with finishing a sculpture and taking it back to the scrap yard and recycling it,” Kerrigan says. “I’m concerned with process. That is what is important. The object is simply ashes from the fire.” Kerrigan teaches welded sculpture classes at the Creative Arts Center. Visit creativeartscenter.org for information.

12.2006 Archives - Lakewood/East Dallas

Q: The 2006 wine industry

A few thoughts of what happened in the wine business in 2006: Marketing, marketing, and even more marketing: Sometimes, it seemed like what was on the bottle was more important than what was in the bottle, as the movement toward cuddly labels and a focus on specific demographics became ever more important. Randall Grahmn sold the Bonny Doon portion of his company to an East Cost investment group for a reported $55 million, Kendall Jackson announced plans to form a company called White Rocket to release "new wine brands for the upcoming generation of wine consumers." Best values, for yet another year: Spanish reds and Chilean whites continue to offer amazing quality at even more amazing prices. Spanish Riojas, with the reserve and gran reserva designations, are as little as two-thirds the cost comparable wines from France and California. One caveat: Look for old-fashioned labels; some of the newer brands slap a cute label on a figure that makes up for what's inside. Thank goodness for direct shipping: Your local retailer may have trouble bringing in a red wine from California's Murrieta's Well called Zarzuela, a Spanish-style red blend for $30. If so, get it from the winery at murietaswell.com. I drank this after wading through one of those overpriced, overrated Napa cabernets, and there was no comparison. You'll probably have to wait for the 2005 vintage: Oliver Savary Chablis is mostly sold out, although there might be some still available from past vintages on a back shelf somewhere. It's impressive wine for $22 - as good as some more expensive French white burgundies and California chardonnays.

Q: Voiceover expert Angie Bolling

“Please put your tray tables in their upright and locked positions.” “To wish someone a Merry Christmas, press 2!” If you’ve heard these automated words before, it’s possible that you were listening to the voice of neighborhood resident Angie Bolling. As a 25-year talent for the Kim Dawson Agency , Bolling has done it all: modeling, acting and voiceovers. Her soothing, smart voice, silver hair and classic style help her land spots that fit her look and sound. “I’m now in that aging baby-boomer category where we have Nexium and a great life!” Bolling says, smiling. In the ’80s and ’90s, Bolling played roles like Robocop’s wife, acted opposite Tommy Lee Jones in "The River Rat," and performed in a slew of television commercials. “I did so many commercials because I was the typical brunette mom and businesswoman,” Bolling says. More recently, she appeared in a Dove commercial airing in Canadian and Asian markets. She also appeared in the movie “Friday Night Lights” and is currently working on a commercial for TXU. The Kim Dawson agency recently named her as its top earner. “To be an old broad, and the top earner, that’s success,” Bolling says. “It’s good to be a woman and get paid for talking.”

Supporting our neighborhood non-profits throughout the year

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Q&A: Puppeteer John Hardman

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