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Artist Statement:
The dragonfly unilaterally symbolizes growth by change. Sometimes we need to fail before we can understand the meaning of life.
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About Travis Sorenson
I have been working with metal arts for over 20 years. I am very interested in how things work mechanically – what makes it tick in a sense. I have been self employed for 25 years operating my own repair business with the help of my wife and kids. Having grown up in the construction industry moving around the country has helped to develop a different view or be more open on things. I have had the chance to see a lot of things and strive to see more. With help from my wife, family and friends it has helped me to incorporate this artistic addition to my life. I was shown the basics of welding when I was around 10 years old, and then self taught from there. I love to have and idea and see where it goes.