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After the death of Jerry Garcia in 1995, Bob Weir, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart, and Bill Kreutzmann formed a band called The Other Ones.  In 2003, they changed their name to The Dead.

About the Artist:  Kimberley Morris writes: "I work daily to achieve balance and harmony in all areas of my life. I find that everything I see on a daily basis can serve as the inspiration for my next design. Simplicity of form and colour are the foundation of my designs. I try to push the limits of both techniques and materials. Sometimes it works. Sometimes it doesn’t. The process is the most important thing when I’m working. There's something very Zen about it.  The result: satisfaction and hopefully a wearable piece of art."

Armed with a triple major - graphic design, clay and photography - Kimberley Morris set off to conquer the world.  She had a hard time finding a job throwing pots, so she decided to get a job using her graphic design background. She found her niche, working at top design studios in London, Los Angeles, and Dallas. 

But with the tech crash of 2000 and the events of 9/11, Morris decided that it might be time for a shift in focus— away from the computer and back to fine arts. When Kimberley returned to creating fine art, she discovered how much she had missed it and what an integral part of her life it really was. She went back to school and started taking classes in metalsmithing,  incorporating her experience in design and colour. In 2007, it was time to commit full-time to her art.

Kimberley prefers to keep her designs simple, using colour and texture to create depth in tones and finishes. She uses various hand-fabrication techniques including riveting, roll printing, forging and hydraulic forming. Her work begins by forming a shape out of copper, applying texture and a chemical patina. This creates a blank canvas to apply the design with colour. The final piece is then sealed with wax and riveted to a base of oxidized silver.

Item Special Note

Premium Items:

1). Signed Guitar by Members: Warren Hayes, Phil Lesh, Mickey Hart, Jeff Chimenti, Bill Kreutzmann, Bob Weir and Robert Hunter (Rare Signature) Donated by Richard and Pam Fassione

2). Two (2) Complimentary Art Denver "Collector" weekend passes, which includes the Opening Night Fashion Show. Valued $60 total.

ABOUT ART DENVER:

The artist of this mask is also featured at ART DENVER, an all-new indoor fine art experience showcasing world-class visual artists, fashion, Colorado Makers and the Art of Luxury Living. The event takes place November 14-16, 2014 at the Colorado Convention Center. http://Art-Denver.org

Art Denver is produced by the Cherry Creek Arts Festival (CCAF). The CCAF is a 501c3 non-profit whose mission is to provide access to arts experiences and to support art education in Colorado.