HONORARY FIREFIGHTER

LC Shank's sculpture was designed for the town of Yountville, in recognition that this location was the sight of the original fire station in Yountville.  Influenced by his travels throughout the world, Shank believes that sculpture is simply an artful way of drawing upon life experience, and commenting on some aspects of the human condition that are universal and timeless.  Shank currently resides in Santa Fe, enjoying the convivial art scene, rich cultural traditions, and the natural beauty of the area which provides him with inspiration.

A poem about this sculpture:

For Honorary Firefighter:

An honorary firefighter

in green-tinged bronze 

stands amidst a burbling fountain

homage to the volunteers

who fought fires and protected lives

while risking their own.   

Here is where they gathered 

equipment & rushed 

to sites of inferno to subdue 

the roar of combustion

before returning home exhausted

reeking of smoke & sweat.

The honorary firefighter hastens

toward immortality. 

By Jim McDonald