Eight unwanted glassless window panes are now art lamp structures framing original Chinese calligraphy paintings by Joseph Sefcheck of Oakland. The first lantern has its original and natural wood finish (see below). It will be available in a few days. A second lantern will be created with a darker stain and new original art. These are available with or without the lighting fixture (lantern can be used with most small lamps). Lantern stands 3'9", 11" wide, 11" deep. Art on paper. $175 for lantern. $195 includes the lighting fixture.

The before life as orphaned hand-made window panes below.

I worked really hard to get this piece done today. I used left-over paint, and I let my hands and heart do the work. I had no idea what I created. What was thine own's mind was changed by visions I did not realize I had captured. This was meant to be zen and peaceful, instead it is the image I remember of Vietnam on Fire in 1975. Perhaps this is why I do what I do... It is my art. This was an 8-ft fish acrylic tank, which was semi-useless, so I turned into light box art.

This piece is called Vietnam Under Siege and is for sale for $1,975. (Notice price and date of escape from Vietnam? April 29, 1975.)

*When our ship departed port from Saigon in 1975, I remembered the most beautiful sunset that lasted hours and hours. It was only 3 years ago that I realized it was the bombing at the Saigon border...

To view before images and stories, click here.

Original painting by Kristi Holohan of Oakland. This piece was completed on a piece of salvaged wood, which looks like a piece of plywood that became drift wood... The rounded corners look very naturally worn by water. Very nice use of metallic paint to create the golden skyline. 11" high by 8" wide. $40

Oh, what to do with all those cabinets doors that get tossed after a remodel? We decided this one would work well as canvas for stenciling. This Russian propaganda stencil was painted by Jeremiah Bal, an Oakland artist. 2 of 10. $295

Stencil art by Jeremiah Bal, who hand-painted the artwork using a salvaged cutting board as his canvas. This was one of his earlier works. We LUV reclamation artists. One of one. 45-

This fellow received the most attention at our opening.

Framed original stencil art. Medium is reclaimed grocery store promotional banner, hand-made frame and reclaimed telephone cord for mounting. The painting stands 5-ft high including frame. Hobo is offered in a limited edition of ten and signed by Miah (Jeremiah). Price is $350 or what you can afford. Please email us for more details.

1 of 10 sold today priced at $150 because that is what the customer could afford. Soon to be available 2 of 10.

This is a beautiful piece of work by Dan Caven, who is an artist featured currently at Fernseed. He uses all reclaimed materials (trash ) (note paint can and large nail).  Dan is part of the Crucible and creates his own illuminated gas lamps for his art. I love this piece. Personally, I call it "Lady Justice Out of Balance." Incredibly beautiful. 750-

Dan Caven is part of Crucible... I have four pieces at my store. He is amazing. Work with neon is not easy. Please stop by to check it out. Beautiful art, and all used materials!

Pre-own graffiti art by artist Curve of San Francisco. This one is called "Love," and it is quite funny. A bit on the R-rated side though, due to the tad of profanity used when describing his opinion on the topic of  love (I'm laughing as I am writing this). You must see it to understand why it's so funny. Originally purchased at a San Francisco gallery, the art is now available at Fernseed. $375

Left: Framed art created with vintage cards and reclaimed wooden frames. Hand-made by artist David Nyquist to express his view of an oiled war world. $45 each or $120 for the set.

The above Hoop Lanterns were designed by John and created from reclaimed abandoned Burning Man objects (hula hoops and assorted fabric).