What is Rusty Old Man

Where many see junk, Rusty Old Man sees beauty and value. From abandoned and long-forgotten rusty piles of metal junk, we scavenge and pick recycling centers, flea markets, old dusty out-of-the-way roads, and farms looking for that special part or piece of raw material to create our functional art. We have been on a search for these rusty old objects starting as a hobby 40 years ago. About six years ago we started making whimsical garden pieces, lamps, tables, benches, wine racks, and other creations.  Now "older" and "rustier"  we are enjoying this time, feeling purposeful, just like the reason Rusty Old Man creates this functional art.  We blend the rusty pieces, sometimes with vintage barn wood and other mixed media, such as stained glass. With age has come creative wisdom and a real appreciation for re-inventing this forgotten junk.