Stempka Designs

The power of patina, it's incredible what a bit of weathering and color can do to a sculpture. Here's a look at the process to get this specific look on the 9' tall steel, brass and copper cello sculpture.

What an honor to be asked to be a judge for this year!! So excited to meet all the artists and see the creations they have made !
Thank you so much for having me!

That sunset though.... What a perfect shot of the new installed sculpture Centennial Reflection, including one of our iconic Lake Erie sunsets …. Just 🤌🤌🤌! -

Standing over 11.5’ tall with a footprint of 10’x 10’ Centennial Reflection: Honoring a Century of sERvIcE - Was designed and created to commemorate first 100 years. I looked to create a sculpture inspired by the people, places and milestones that helped shape the company during that time. The piece includes reclaimed materials from the H.O. Hirt Building and design elements that reflect the companies journey over the last 100 years. Such as the Roman numeral C base for 100 years. The rising pillars representing the four pillars of the company , ascending in height for each quarter century. The copper and brass ribbons made up of 100 pieces helping to symbolize the flow of time. As well as the iconic copula representation as the focal point. It was an absolute honor to be chosen for this, in my home town, from a company we are all so proud of. Thank you for giving me this opportunity. Huge thank you to the large team of people and companies that helped to make this a reality! Including .paluh Rog’s INC for giving me all the amazing equipment to help get this job done right! I have recorded the entire process. So now over the next few weeks I will run it back. Through photos and videos take you all along the ride of the complete building of this entire project. Please follow along!