https://awssculpturestudio.com/twelve-apostles daily 0.75 2019-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128767012-W2620SZ2WSC5UQJ4KA4F/IMG_2762.jpg Twelve Apostles - Twelve Apostles The Twelve Apostles are carved into the lintel of the Great Portal at Annunciation Abbey in Oklahoma. The lintel is ten feet wide and twenty inches tall, and is comprised of a single slab of Batesville Marble. (Completion date: April 2013) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128767012-W2620SZ2WSC5UQJ4KA4F/IMG_2762.jpg Twelve Apostles - Twelve Apostles The Twelve Apostles are carved into the lintel of the Great Portal at Annunciation Abbey in Oklahoma. The lintel is ten feet wide and twenty inches tall, and is comprised of a single slab of Batesville Marble. (Completion date: April 2013) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373129291907-LLQ679CEXB21X8ZZEWGA/IMG_2016.jpg Twelve Apostles - The Theological Dispute; Simon, James the Less, and Jude The artist’s intention was to work within a Romanesque idiom, but to give each apostle an individual personality, and a degree of interaction with the other figures in the composition. In this group, Simon is shown engaged in a lively dispute with Jude. James the Less is placidly writing his Epistle in the midst of the clamor on either side.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128261861-G55JVNGP037KYM6KHPD4/IMG_2293_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Simon The stone the Apostles are carved out of, Batesville Marble is not a true marble, but a very dense limestone. The tight grain of this stone allows it to accept the carving of very fine detail. When the stone is cut to a smooth finish, it becomes mildly reflective, allowing the gray stone to take on hints of blue reflected from the sky. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128330343-Z9J51K6CLRN4SZW4R323/IMG_2139.jpg Twelve Apostles - James the Less Each of Christ’s disciples can be identified by one or more attributes, or objects traditionally associated with a particular saint. With the exception of St. John, who died of natural causes, each apostle is shown taking ownership of the particular implement of his martyrdom. St. James the Less, first Bishop of Jerusalem, is said to have met his death at the hands of a mob of felt-makers and is therefore shown holding a fuller’s club in his left hand as he writes his Epistles with his right. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372683481144-ENZNRGFXPGQL05UAY9TR/IMG_2291.JPG Twelve Apostles - Jude Another advantage of working with Batesville Marble is it’s durability and internal strength. These characteristics enable the very high relief method of carving employed in this project. The Apostles were carved in-situ due to the fact that the stone is an integral architectural component of the Abbey Church. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373129355313-FHJAVKWBSTYY0I9F0MV9/IMG_2027.jpg Twelve Apostles - Fishers of Men; Thomas, Andrew, and Peter In this group, St. Thomas, the Evangelist to India, is seated on a throne inspired by Indian design motifs. Andrew and his brother Peter, are shown clutching a net filled with struggling fish. This symbol refers to the work with which they where engaged when called to follow Christ, by the famous words of Jesus, “I will make you fishers of Men.” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372683661282-H8NOHEZSAG3BD4YS75WF/IMG_2128_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Thomas St. Thomas, the patron saint of builders and architects, is famous for his episode as ‘Doubting Thomas’ when he questioned the news of Christ’s resurrection and insisted on confirming the testimony with his own senses. In this composition, he is shown using a builder’s square to test the ‘trueness’ of a right angle on a block of stone. Leaning against the throne is the lance with which he was martyred.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128207588-UWNHVKJ3O8W8G3GTFE9S/IMG_2228_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Andrew St. Andrew is depicted in the humble garb of a fisherman as he hauls in his catch. He is seated on an X-frame stool which, along with the diagonally crossed wooden beams in the back-ground, indicates the geometry of his crucifixion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372683831352-UTY3QPITRRMKQCIZB04R/IMG_2227_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Peter St. Peter, leader of the disciples and first pontiff, is thrice-crowned with the papal tiara, an allegory of the Trinity. In his left hand, he holds the keys, a symbol of his authority "to loose and to bind.” Over his right shoulder is perched the famous cock from the Gospels, a reminder of Peter’s threefold denial of Christ. The clasp holding together the saint’s cope is in the form of an inverted cross, recalling Peter’s upside-down crucifixion. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373129528585-Q7T6TI09D6DWYRPBV557/IMG_2019.jpg Twelve Apostles - The sons of Thunder; John, James, and Mathew The Apostles are shown enthroned in the ‘Heavenly Jerusalem’ as indicated by the register of churches and other buildings that have been carved into the molding above each saint’s head. The arches are surmounted by particular French Romanesque churches, evoking the Abbey’s deep roots in the Congregation of Solemnes. Several of the churches depicted influenced the design of the Abbey Church at Clear Creek.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372683942931-OB0WLQ1TULL0BHESXSEY/IMG_2052.jpg Twelve Apostles - John St. John, the Beloved of Christ, is identified by his lack of facial hair, indicating his youth, and the chalice that he holds in his left hand. The pose of this figure is intended to evoke the ecstasy experienced when a soul is perfectly aligned to the Will of God.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372684115246-9CZX6IUBC36UVPQS4UZW/IMG_2053.jpg Twelve Apostles - James the Greater St. James the Greater is shown in the guise of a pilgrim on route to the Shrine of Santiago in Spain. He carries the staff of a pilgrim and wears a sea shell in his hat, the symbol of baptism. The Christian life may be understood as a pilgrimage from earth to heaven. St. James wearily rests his booted feet along the way, but is resolved to continue on his journey undaunted. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372691860618-KIGSMPTM3HEYTBORYL8R/IMG_2055_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Mathew One of the four Evangelists, St. Mathew points toward his Gospel and invites the viewer to follow Christ. Mathew’s abandonment of his earlier career as a tax-collector is alluded to by the sack of coins that he kicks over the edge of the sculpture.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373129618744-B8H82AKJ63JD2ZUFQC1E/IMG_2025.JPG Twelve Apostles - True Israelites; Mathias, Philip, and Nathaniel In this portion of the composition, the central figure, St. Philip, is shown leading Nathaniel to Christ. This refers to the account given by John in the first chapter of his Gospel. Upon hearing the news of Jesus’s coming, Nathaniel is dubious saying, “What good can come out of Nazareth?” prompting Philip to answer, “Come and see.” Upon encountering Jesus for the first time, Nathaniel is convinced and acknowledges Christ as the Son of God and King of Israel. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372691859053-ABVZMXDMJP85D4LC6TN9/IMG_2262.jpg Twelve Apostles - Mathias St. Mathias, the follower of Christ who was chosen to replace Judas, is shown forebodingly contemplating the cast by lot that has elevated him to the position of Apostle.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128441167-L3NTEVJHUB9WY1R3JJFX/IMG_2243.jpg Twelve Apostles - Philip St. Philip of Bethesda, holds a staff surmounted with the design of a cross, alluding to his death by crucifixion. He points heavenward as he leads Nathaniel to Jesus. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373128548942-J283FY9X4IMAEFBW46EY/IMG_2105.JPG Twelve Apostles - Nathaniel/Bartholomew St. Nathaniel, also known as Bartholomew, sits under a fig tree, which is a symbol of Israel and also refers to the words of Christ, “Before Philip called you, I saw you under the fig tree.” The famous martyrdom of Bartholomew, death by being flayed alive, is foreshadowed in the space between Philip and Bartholomew by a gambrel, the instrument used by butchers for hanging large carcasses by the legs. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1372683723678-KL4D3MW4H9T4857HEBIY/IMG_2044_2.jpg Twelve Apostles - Close up of fishing net Andrew hoists the weight of the overloaded fishing net. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373130733100-ML8LBF6M1HAE19LSXF4V/IMG_2006.JPG Twelve Apostles - Central four figures of the composition From left to right: Andrew, Peter, John, and James the Greater. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373130820758-YA9TMX0KRN42RNGU6HFQ/IMG_2009.jpg Twelve Apostles - Side view https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373130882580-61TYAN0ZIOWLT37HYF7X/IMG_2130.JPG Twelve Apostles - Rooster The rooster is perched on a post between the figures of Peter and Andrew. https://awssculpturestudio.com/annunciation daily 0.75 2013-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373131233222-Q4K61BSL2LRXMVKS98B2/IMG_2195_2.jpg Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373135676481-AOOGOG2M13H8RMEHGEAW/DSC06732.JPG.JPG Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373135637040-CXLZN2BV7ZQB5VEEZZXP/DSC06731.JPG.JPG Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373135752614-0F3XUGCJ57X7TLEDJ0DQ/DSC06737.JPG Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373131326132-GXWRYERTNYP8CQ9VDCXI/IMG_2181.JPG Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1720026757785-UYNSSLDY9O7EVUSEC6T5/IMG_2189.jpg Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373131233222-Q4K61BSL2LRXMVKS98B2/IMG_2195_2.jpg Annunciation Capitals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1373131463806-AY30PHC5BP02DZKQOL1Q/IMG_2198.JPG Annunciation Capitals https://awssculpturestudio.com/portraiture daily 0.75 2024-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376351292766-CMVHFTD08C1AFJ9J0C8B/412132586_5e86f983df.jpg Portraiture - Antigone Clay, 21 inches tall. This imagined portrait of Antigone, the heroine of Sophocles’ Theban plays, depicts the attitude of defiance and firm conviction displayed as she prepares to give up her life as a consequence of her piety. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376351292766-CMVHFTD08C1AFJ9J0C8B/412132586_5e86f983df.jpg Portraiture - Antigone Clay, 21 inches tall. This imagined portrait of Antigone, the heroine of Sophocles’ Theban plays, depicts the attitude of defiance and firm conviction displayed as she prepares to give up her life as a consequence of her piety. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352231385-OSA0BMSVGT92FVIJ75I1/412132591_018143595c_b.jpg Portraiture - Antigone, back side The wedding veil worn by Antigone alludes to several passages in the text of the play that refer to the idea of ‘Antigone as the Bride of Death.’ The tumultuous modeling of the headpiece foreshadows the tragic ending of the play. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376354359153-TI18M4BS6ZJTLU0R04B3/DSC05169.JPG Portraiture - Homer Bronze and concrete, larger than life size https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549671037039-0X42ZBNEWETWNDF5M157/Imelda%2C+Front.jpg Portraiture - Blessed Imelda Lambertini This reliquary bust represents Blessed Imelda Lambrtini, a 14th-century child saint. Imelda is sown in a state of ecstasy as she contemplates the Eucharist. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352397110-OP5FY7TKQ4CKWTJCJHE0/AAB_8895.JPG Portraiture - Homer Plaster, 7 feet tall, California State University at Stanislaus   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376353650548-6VJRDBO8GYASCYE8Q9VX/DSC04941.JPG Portraiture - Sapho Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352549519-61F8LJ2I7G93IXQ1VWJ3/AAB_8958.JPG Portraiture - Mary Austin Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352653657-RJVXOHOK5E8WTAVLJGX2/AAB_8991.JPG Portraiture - William Saroyan Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352848040-GDLOXNR78WURXL88YLQV/AAB_9018.JPG Portraiture - Czeslaw Milosz Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352995849-F8QWD41RWKUDZOEIB192/AAB_9056.JPG Portraiture - Robinson Jeffers Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376353699499-FE7FIXEEHRFT13MXB9QZ/DSC02955_2.JPG Portraiture - John Steinbeck Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376353742086-PLY5W7ZJXTWFI3E3UE74/DSC02957_2.JPG Portraiture - Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz Plaster, over life size, California State University at Stanislaus https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376353957166-O1L8CPWX8W0O47UF6MUL/DSC05433.JPG Portraiture - Johannes Brahms Plaster, life size, private collection https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376353857592-T44XNMGE105C1IITCHUZ/DSC05124.JPG Portraiture - Domenico Scarlatti Plaster, life size, private collection https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376354345036-O1HPKRW95ZLDCNW1HW0N/DSC02168.JPG Portraiture - Jorge Luis Borges Bronze, life size, private collection https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376352319912-AG0T4RKUV8TK0T992V5I/410355163_a782d33a26_b_3.jpg Portraiture - Johnny Cash Plaster, larger than life size, private collection https://awssculpturestudio.com/architectural-sculpture/virtues daily 0.75 2023-10-29 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405750401-1AJQYCK8U8XDH7XLK6ZX/parish_2nd+floor+lobby.jpg The Seven Virtues - Seven Virtues The Seven Virtues decorate the foyer of the St. Therese Parish Center in Sugar Land, Texas. They are made of cast plaster, measuring 13 inches square. This project was completed in 2009 in collaboration with Duncan G. Stroik Architect, LLC. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405750401-1AJQYCK8U8XDH7XLK6ZX/parish_2nd+floor+lobby.jpg The Seven Virtues - Seven Virtues The Seven Virtues decorate the foyer of the St. Therese Parish Center in Sugar Land Texas. They are made of cast plaster, mesuring 13 in. square. This project was completed in 2009 in collaboration with Duncan G. Stroik Architect,LLC.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376406280611-KSYT27V9Q8IP2COE536A/DSC04993.JPG The Seven Virtues - Prudence Prudence, sometimes referred to as Wisdom, is the capability of exercising sound judgment. In this metope, Prudence is represented as a serpent coiled around a mirror. The mirror symbolizes self-knowledge and recalls the inscription above the entrance to the ancient temple of Delphi, “Know thy self.” The serpent refers to the words of Christ as he sends His apostles out into the world, “Behold, I send you out as sheep in the midst of wolves; so be as prudent as serpents and yet innocent as doves.” (Matthew 10:16) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405832939-U2A4XEOFJE3QC23V51E0/DSC04974.JPG The Seven Virtues - Justice Scales and a sword represent Justice, the virtue that requires “giving to each his due.” The scale symbolically weighs truth against falsehood, while the sword righteously fends off and punishes evil. Justice, the prime Cardinal Virtue, depends on the development of prudence, temperance, and fortitude, the same requirements to be a good judge. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405775914-LL2MMT7X4AFTJXG4958C/DSC04988.JPG The Seven Virtues - Hope The metope of Hope portrays an anchor and drapery. This allegory has been adopted from the scripture, “Hope we have as an anchor of the soul, sure and firm, which enters in even within the veil.” (Hebrews 6:19) The Virtue of Hope allows a Christian to cling to truth in a tangible way, like an anchor, even when the truth is shrouded in mystery, behind a veil. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405830124-6EA26AMN6H8YOWSINK9J/DSC04989.JPG The Seven Virtues - Charity The metope of Charity is placed in the central position within the series to emphasize its importance as the defining attribute of God: “God is love, and he who abides in love abides in God, and God abides in him.” (1 John 4:16) Charity is depicted as a flaming heart, a representation of the intensity of God’s love for mankind and recalling the bush that burns, but is not consumed, described by Moses in the Old Testament.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376406306806-J9BPEZQ28XGT6XEAK0Z3/DSC04997.JPG The Seven Virtues - Faith Faith is represented in the metope by a book conveying the Word of God and a Cross, the instrument of Jesus Christ's Passion, as well as the sign of our salvation, “for you are all the children of God by faith, in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as have been baptized in Christ, have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek; there is neither bond nor free; there is neither male nor female. For you are all one in Christ Jesus.” (Galatians 4: 26-28) The development of the virtue of faith depends on both the discipleship learned from hearing the Word of God and the witness gained from contemplation of the Cross.   https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405847566-IKROKB8HZE77RACKMY3D/DSC04991.JPG The Seven Virtues - Fortitude Fortitude, the virtue of physical or spiritual strength, is required to overcome obstacles and endure great hardship. The metope of Fortitude depicts the virtue with the “jawbone of an ass” and two columns, both attributes that recall Samson, the Old Testament hero known for his deeds of bravery and strength. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376405709197-77FFNX3RGKY3MCPF6GEQ/DSC05002.JPG The Seven Virtues - Temperance Temperance is represented by a stream of water being poured from a pitcher into a chalice of wine because temperance is the virtue of self-control, and is governed by Prudence. The metope represents the ancient Greek custom of “tempering,” or diluting wine with water, in order to achieve an “equal measure,” the requirement for temperate drinking. The depiction of water being poured forth also reminds us of the first miracle performed by Jesus at the wedding in Cana. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1376517853415-FDN0ZT7VX88XYCE63KGT/St.+Theresa+School+Image.jpg The Seven Virtues - Seven Virtues The virtues, depicted on metopes, are built into the doric entablature in the foyer of St. Therese Parish Center. https://awssculpturestudio.com/sacred-heart daily 0.75 2024-09-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1536375453639-NLOC3OHJ4W6V741JOVS4/IMG_3909+4.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1550003446904-ARKH608JKNGS6LD81O6K/DioKnox08-1+2.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Nave Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1550003354566-6S4VYXRR2R7CCKVKSU4M/DioKnox07-1+2.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Baldacchino Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660750496-E445T0MT5Y9VHON6Q1A5/IMG_3907.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Baldacchino Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660727680-L6FALL2NUDL4PX690N3V/IMG_3889.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Ciborium Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660757498-KL5HF1B3JJ2A2ZPCRWT0/IMG_3927+2.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Ciborium Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660469512-EH6I7N6LFUWP8DRS9SFZ/IMG_3590.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Pilaster Capital Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1550003568146-6LRKB4U9GMP1GTOEV9H5/IMG_3589.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Cluster of Pilaster Capitals Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660741038-FDJKYU2P3NYRO70MRIJ3/IMG_3914.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Ionic Capital Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549660700952-DMSFTNZ9ZO2MVFMIX35P/IMG_3900.jpg Sacred Heart Cathedral - Ionic Capital Several interior architectural elements were designed, fabricated, and installed for Sacred Heat Cathedral in the Diocese of Knoxville, TN. This project was completed in 2018 and represents a close collaboration between, James McCrery Architects, Andrew Wilson Smith Sculpture Studio, an enlightened patron, and several other trades. https://awssculpturestudio.com/the-lamentation-of-christ daily 0.75 2019-02-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/51c4e7f5e4b0b75c995a9957/1549664207944-KMFCC5ZZWEYNNZW06NJ1/Lamentation1.jpg The Lamentation of Christ or 'Pieta' is a work of devotional art depicting Jesus and Mary - Lamentation This sculpture, designed to serve as a focus of meditation in a prayer garden or as a funerary monument was featured in the Seventh Annual Juried Catholic Arts Exhibition hosted by St. Vincent College. 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