A word from R2Arts Fellow, Tim Nelsen

This past year, R2Arts had the privilege to welcome two new fellows; Tim and Alena. Recently we received an update from Tim!

“Dear R2Arts:”

I am writing to say thank you and to express my sincere gratitude for being one of this year's artists chosen for the Fellowship Grant.

This generous grant of $6,000 will enable me to afford new equipment and services that are normally out of my reach. There are many new advances in technology each year that I would love to try, but simply can't afford. This grant will help change that.

I recently used a portion of the Fellowship Grant to purchase a small enc machine for my studio. A[n] enc machine will enable me to cut almost any shape imaginable out of recycled metal electronically. This will help increase my productivity and accuracy, which will allow me more time to focus on being creative. I will do my best to keep R2Arts updated on how I apply the grant funds as that information becomes available.

Thank you again for your generosity and trust in awarding me this Fellowship Grant. I look forward to using it to help take my sculpture skills to a new level.

Tim

Tim Nelsen, is a sculptor with recognizable pieces located around the region, such as around Bemidji. Tim works with recycled metal. We are so excited to see how Tim has been utilizing his fellowship funds!