copyright 2025 Bill Frymire
copyright 2025 Bill Frymire
copyright 2025 Bill Frymire
copyright 2025 Bill Frymire
This set of four sculptures depicts a local Indigenous story about Fox and Coyote trading tails. Fox brings Coyote back to life after jumping over him. The sculptures are arranged in a circle and positioned at the four directions of the compass to reflect indigenous values.
Artwork: William Frymire – Re Xgwélemc ell re Sk̓elép
Completion Date: November 2024
Dimensions: 5 ft. high x 6 ft. wide ft. weight 100lbs individually
Location/Funding: TRU
Medium: aluminum, stainless steel, acrylic
Goals of Project: Bring to life a local legend of Fox and Coyote trading tails for a day to share indigenous culture and storytelling.
Construction
The Fox Sculptures are 2x life-size and weigh approximately 100 lbs each. They are designed to be lighted from the bottom for nighttime viewing.
5052 aluminum was chosen for its durability, corrosion resistance, and recyclability. The remainder of the piece is made of cast acrylic which stands up admirably to temperature change and sun damage. The piece was TIG welded for optimum stability. All aluminum parts were cut and drilled on a CNC router. The layers were then bent and TIG welded together.