For most people, old rusted shovel heads would mean junk. For artist Denice Bizot, however, it's not quite the case.Denice, who frequently seeks out her pieces in New Orleans, sees the potential hidden inside salvage yards that are filled to the brim with heaps of scrap metal often labeled as "debris."
For the past 15 years, she's sought out these neglected objects, invited them into her workspace, and has transformed them into intricate sculptures.
Bizot essentially participates in artistic recycling. "For me, the idea of reclaiming, deconstructing and transforming 'so-called junk' into works of sculpture is fascinating."
For the most part, Bizot focuses on discarded shovel heads, carving detailed designs and silhouettes into the rusted metal. Since the exterior is usually damaged or covered in mold, the artist must also rework this part of her canvas to enhance the metal's color and texture.