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Band History
 

1982: The sculptural idea, of humanistic figures with puma-like faces and paws, was conceived in clay.  The  cascading mane, dominating the back view, is a continuation of Bird #1 from Family Reunion. Even though, this first creature was just a prototype, Nannette made a plaster "working" mold to develop the theme. Two single wax creatures followed and then a third, called "Mother and Child."  The mother was seated and held a small animal-child tenderly on her lap. She was the only creature to develop human-like arms and hands (paws). After several unsuccessful wax images followed, Nannette had an artistic block. She could not find the proper direction or solutions and reluctantly, put the creatures aside UNTIL ... almost five years later, when watching an MTV video with her children.

1987: The "block" lifted when Nannette saw the musicians on the TV screen acting like animals. It suddenly became clear that  her "puma people" were meant to be a musical band. All problems became resolved as Nannette added arms, legs, a musical instrument, and a whimsical personae to each animal.

1987-1991: The first animal played the piano while the second beat on drums. The seated mother became the trumpeter, while her child strummed a banjo.  A lead singer, the largest figure, unified the band.

Boys in the Band  Bronze, 21"x54"x14"

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