After graduating from WPI with a degree in engineering and a commission from the USAF, Dan followed a professional path of military service, scientific research, technical design, sales, and consulting while developing his creative passion in photography, woodworking, painting, and leatherwork.

Then in 2021, he suffered several strokes, a seizure, and traumatic open-heart surgery. After years of recovery, he found himself at a crossroads. His eyesight, motor skills, and cognition were all compromised. Yet, he felt compelled to find a way to remain creative and productive.

After exploring many options, he found kinetic sculpture to be the perfect art form to draw on his background in engineering, design, and woodworking. Years earlier, at the Currier Museum in Manchester NH, he was introduced to Alexander Calder’s work, including a mobile the size of a basketball court!

“I threw myself into the challenge of learning how to design and construct mobiles as well as designing tools and jigs to accommodate my physical and cognitive challenges. I wanted my mobiles to be easy to hang so that my customers could brighten any space.After two years of trial and error, I developed a system to create mobiles using hardwood and stainless-steel rod that is quiet, clean, lightweight, and non-toxic. I draw inspiration from nature and design compositions that echo organic lines and forms.

My goal is to bring peace and tranquility into people’s lives.”