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			<title>Copper.org: Copper in the Arts</title>
			<description>Copper in the Arts provides visitors with provocative profiles on American artists and artisans, and their works crafted from copper, brass and bronze.</description>
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			<pubDate>2010-03-09</pubDate>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/homepage.html</link>
	
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			<title>Issue #34: February '10</title>
			<description><![CDATA[In an industry founded on the classic value of semi-precious metals and gemstones, John S. Brana&rsquo;s choice of non-traditional materials like copper, bronze and aluminum gives a new sheen to the jewelry industry..  Also in this issue: Discover the torched copper work of Kindred Spirits, get an inside look at Arizona Copper, learn about North Carolina&#39;s reclaimed Capital Building Art, find copper events, and more.&nbsp;]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2010/february/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2010-02-23</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #33: January '10</title>
			<description><![CDATA[While the materials in kinetic art are as diverse as the power they use, metals such as copper and brass have long been a natural choice for this sculptural form of art..  Also in this issue: Discover the organic forms of copper jewelry artist Ani DiPietro, get an inside look at the new kinetic exhibit Automata, meet Susan Harbourt of Luster Metal Works, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2010/january/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2010-01-08</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #32: December '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Inspired by the Victorian era, the new wave of steampunk artists rely on brass and copper to modernize the past..  Also in this issue: Get an inside look at the Copperhand Studio&#39;s nature-inspired art, meet the artist behind Erickson Birdhouses,&nbsp; discover the brass mezuzot art of Ruth Shapiro, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/december/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-12-14</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #31: November '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Meet the signature artists of the Artisan House, a metalsmith studio that was formed by noted jewelry maker Jerry Fels and his brother-in-law Curtis Freiler in 1964 with the mission of creating affordable fine art for the home collector..  Also in this issue: View the intriguing copper art of Roland Hockett, discover the eco-friendly lamps of J Crocker Designs, learn about the restoration of an early Wurlitzer pipe organ at the City Museum, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/november/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-11-06</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #30: October '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Get an inside look into the studio and work of Chicago-based sculptor Richard Hunt, recent recipient of the International Sculpture Center&#39;s Lifetime Achievement Award..  Also in this issue: Visit the studios of Dick Robert and Emmet Culligan Designs, learn the latest on the new Frick Photography exhibit, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/October/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-10-09</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #29: September '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Ed and Rhoda Mack continue the classical art of blacksmithing while shaping new trends at Fine Architectural Metalsmiths..  Also in this issue: Discover the bronze dragons of Ward Elicker, get a look inside Toad&#39;s Tool Copper Shop, view the latest works by Washington Copper Works, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/september/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-09-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #28: August '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Renown bronze artist J Seward Johnson created a sanctuary for outdoor art with Grounds for Sculpture..  Also in this issue: Get an inside look at the Philadelphia Print Shop, view Julia Child&#39;s lost copper pots, learn about America&#39;s first copper paint, view the nature-inspired metalsmith art of Courtney Designs, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/august/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-08-20</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #27: July '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Architectural metalsmiths Schtiller &amp; Plevy, Inc. are among only a handful of fully accredited Historic Restoration Contractors in the United States..  Also in this issue: Discover the explosive foundry of Greg Nangle, visit the Silver Reef Museum, learn about the bronze work of Andrew Devries, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/july/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-07-07</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #26: June '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Notable artists Jeff Koons, Nancy Graves, Frank Stella and Louise Bourgeois are just a few sculptors who have had their work cast in bronze at Polich Tallix before being set free at museums, galleries, universities and parks throughout the world..  Also in this issue: Discover the mind&#39;s eye of sculptor Carol Saylor, learn about the transcendent work of Chris Lee, view works by Syed Ahmed, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/june/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-06-10</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #25: May '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Copper cupolas have prolifically chronicled thousands of years in an array of artistic forms and functions &#8211; from their storied Roman era roofs to their presence today, thanks to the continued fascination from today&rsquo;s architects, homeowners, and historians..  Also in this issue: Discover the whimisical work of Unique Copper Fish, watch a copper jewelry demonstration by Tara Helwig, learn about the Arts and Crafts Society of Central New York, view the new rooftop sculpture garden at SFMOMA, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/may/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-05-08</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #24: April '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Master metalsmith Valentin Yotkov keeps the ancient art of repousee alive, continuing this legacy for the next generation of copper artists..  Also in this issue: Get an inside look at UB Arts, see the work of Miel-Margarita Paredes, learn the history of brass timepieces from American Clock and Watch museum, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/april/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-04-20</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #23: March '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Today&#39;s copper weathervanes stand as a glorious symbol of American folk art..  Also in this issue: Discover the work of copper artist Andy Brinkley, go behind the scenes at Copper Moon Woodworks, learn the real history of the early American cent, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/march/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-03-11</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #22: February '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Brothers Alan and Andy Tolley use a kaleidoscope patina effect to create functional copper works of art..  Also in this issue: Learn about the ornate brass work of Collier Leeds, discover the massive collection of the Copper Museum, view the whimsical work of Mission Metals, find copper art events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/february/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-02-18</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #21: January '09</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Known for their trademark realism and real-life impressionistic bronze works, StudioEIS has grown to become one of the nation&rsquo;s leading 3D design and fabrication studios..  Also in this issue: Discover the natural elements of Fountains by Design, learn about Mike Dumas&#39;s handmade copper designs, discover another side to Gustav Stickley, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2009/january/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2009-01-20</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #20: December '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[This holiday, decorate your home with handcrafted ornaments that celebrate the art of copper..  Also in this issue: Explore the work of sculptor Jill Nooney,&nbsp; get a look inside the National Music Museum, meet copper alchemist Kenneth Griswa, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/december/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-12-29</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #19: November '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[J. Seward Johnson, Jr., with his realistic portrayals of the mundane, continues to explore the surreal world between art and life through his renowned bronze works and contributions to the sculpture world..  Also in this issue: Discover the copper prints of Paul Revere, learn the history of Aunt Holly&#39;s Copper Cookie Cutters, meet the art of the Metal Peddler, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/november/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-11-12</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #18: October '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Calder Jewelry shows this artist&rsquo;s vividly imaginative approach to form, showcasing the versatility of copper and brass..  Also in this issue: Discover the chasing art of metal artist Alan Jones, see the whimsical bronze world of Dr. Seuss, learn about Lowitz &amp; Co.&#39;s bronze tiles, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/october/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-10-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #17: September '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[With today&rsquo;s focus on going green, many contemporary copper artists are using recycled copper for its beauty and flexibility..  Also in this issue: Learn about the great liberty bell dupe, view the art of Tina Gasperson, discover the Lanterns of Cape Cod, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/september/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-09-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #16: August '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Contemporary furniture designers are turning to copper, brass and bronze furniture designs to brighten up modern decor..  Also in this issue: Discover the chemistry of copper artist Cheryl Safren, get an inside look at historic Coppertown Mining Museum, learn about the family legacy of Pomegranate Metals, view the early brass jewelry of artist Alexander Calder, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/august/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-08-11</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #15: July '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Louis Comfort Tiffany, founder of the Tiffany Studio legacy, relied on copper to make these extraordinary lamps which soon become one of the most coveted collectibles of our time..  Also in this issue: Discover the historic work of the Copper Lantern Lighting Gallery, step inside America&#39;s first sculpture garden, celebrate the elements with the copper jewelry of Lavelle Foos, find copper art events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/july/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-07-23</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #14: June '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Contemporary copper artisans bring a touch of whimsy and movement to the garden with imaginative and functional copper art..  Also in this issue: Discover the ancient art of copper jewelry, the work of coppersmith Walter Massey and celestial copper Artist Phil Gauthier, the latest exhibition at Ch&#39;i Contemporary Fine Art, copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/june/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-06-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #13: May '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[From The Fonz to the Bewitching Samantha, this ongoing bronze sculpture series commissions local bronze artists to honor classic television&rsquo;s pop icons..  Also in this issue: Go inside the studio of Yoshiotomo Saito, learn about the historic roots of Valley Bronze foundry, discover the ancient art of lost wax casting, get a sneak peak at the newly promised Robert H. Smith bronze collection, find copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/may/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-05-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #12: April '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[The oldest association of its kind in the United States, the National Sculpture Society continues to raise the standards for sculptors around the world..  Also in this issue: Discover the rich history of Revere Copper, the colorful copper work of jewelry artisan Debra Weld, meet America&#39;s largest producer of bronze baby shoes, and read the latest on the International Sculpture Center&#39;s upcoming Public Sculpture conference.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/april/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-04-07</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #11: March '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Although originally an unsung art by early pattern makers, contemporary restorative artists continue the tradition of casting beautifully ornate hardware fittings from the copper age of sailing..  Also in this issue: Learn about the copper vitreous enameling of Tanya Garvis, the Geddy&#39;s Foundry&#39;s colonial roots, the bronze and copper works of sculptor John Sanders, the National Sculpture Society&#39;s 75th Juried Exhibition, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/march/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-03-10</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #10: February '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[These contemporary jewelry artists look to copper and its alloys to create wearable art pieces that are redefining the jewelry industry..  Also in this issue: Discover the Art of printmaker Rochelle Toner, the latest bronze exhibit at the Barry Friedman Gallery, the inspired forms of sculptor David Hostetler, and the truth behind the Statue of Liberty&#39;s true copper weight.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/february/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-02-12</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #9: January '08</title>
			<description><![CDATA[Artist Lee Robertson influenced a new wave of copper artists with his innovative copper methods and inspiring views of the world..  Also in this issue: Discover Janet Cunniffe-Chieffo&#39;s copper canvas still lifes, New Bedford&#39;s reclaimed cupola copper jewelry, early copper tool history, a new American bronze exhibit at the Met, copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2008/january/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2008-01-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #8: December '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[From brass menorahs to copper wreaths, celebrate the holidays with these unique copper keepsakes created by today&#39;s leading metalsmith artists..  Also in this issue: View videos of coppersmith Reggie Farmer, learn the story behind Weathervanes of Maine, discover the ancient art of Verdigris and Ghiberti&#39;s Gates of Paradise, find copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/december/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-12-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #7: November '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[By using copper as a catalyst and an artform, artists around the country are putting their unique twist on the ancient technique of electroforming..  Also in this issue: Discover the art of copper artist Martino Hoss, view video of Burt Squires making a Copper Barn star, learn the history of Provincetown&#39;s bronze pilgrim monument, read about the new Native American gallery opening at the Met, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/november/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-11-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #6: October '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[When early American colonists were first surveying the seemingly unlimited tracts of land in this new continent, brass became the material of choice for 18th century colonial instrument makers due to its durability and beautiful ornamental qualities..  Also in this issue: Discover the art of brass Colonial surveying instruments, see a bronze pour at P.E. Guerin, view work by sculptor Richard MacDonald, learn about the 2008 Olympic Sculpture exhibition, see copper-covered Cicada bugs at Nature&#39;s Creations, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/october/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-10-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #5: September '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[The Guggenheim family&#39;s copper legacy helped them become major philanthropists of the contemporary art world..  Also in this issue: View the bronze works of Steven Whyte, copper installation art by Amy Kupferberg, the brass Aesthetics featured in Bard&#39;s Brass Menagerie exhibit, the copper history of the Statue of Liberty, copper art events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/september/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-09-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #4: August '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[The legacy of crafting beautiful brass instruments lives on as the soothing sounds of brass make a comeback..  Also in this issue: Discover the copper art of Dave Nally, along with Michael Maiden&#39;s artist-run foundry, a newly acquired rare bronze Benin head, the Moscow Mule copper cocktail, copper events and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/august/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-08-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #3: July '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[New Mexico-based artist Evelyn Rosenberg mixes explosives and copper to create a unique collection of artwork that has earned her universal recognition in the contemporary art world..  Also in this issue: The sound sculptures of Val Bertoia, copper tooled art by Mark Oberkirsch, a look at the recent renovation of Ellis Island&#39;s copper cupola, information about Carnegie&#39;s recently-reopened Hillman Hall of Minerals, the latest copper, brass and bronze events, and more. ]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/july/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-07-16</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #2: June '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[From the master painters of the Renaissance to today&rsquo;s contemporary artists, copper as a canvas is experiencing a resurgence in the modern art world. .  Also in this issue: This month&#39;s issue of Copper in the Arts profiles the art of jewelry designer Chelsea Stone, the mysterious Copper Dead Sea Scroll exhibit in San Diego, coppersmith Ray Rose of Copperlines Studio, reclaimed copper artist Judith Johnson, and the most expensive bronze sculpture sold in Sotheby&#39;s history. ]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/june/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-06-15</pubDate>						
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			<title>Issue #1: May '07</title>
			<description><![CDATA[This new exhibition at Arizona&rsquo;s Flandrau Science Center features an amazing collection of more than 150 copper artifacts, along with an ongoing audio project documenting stories from the Arizona mines..  Also in this issue: This inaugural issue of Copper in the Arts features a look into the whimsical world of artist, Andy Cobb, an interview with bronze sculptor, Jonathan Hertzel, tips for choosing the best copper art materials, details of copper&#39;s role at the latest Wave Hill exhibit, copper events, and more.]]></description>
			<link>http://www.copper.org/consumers/arts/2007/may/homepage.html</link>
			<pubDate>2007-05-01</pubDate>						
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