Comments on: Welders and Cobblers: Sculptor Rebecca Smith shares a recipe and more from Bolton Landing

By: Bruce Kocher

Bruce Kocher — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 02:45:56 +0000

Hi Becca,
I was fascinated by your story of growing up in upstate NY. So much like mine was growing up in Sullivan county, during my early summers.
I was later enchanted by your father’s work after I met you through a friend in Tarrytown years ago. So much so, that I decided to begin a career in metal. I dreamed of creating work like David Smith. Ha-ha. Nevertheless, I worked as a goldsmith for over 25 years at places such as Cartier, Tiffany’s, Van Cleef& Arpels. I don’t think you remember me. I don’t recall our mutual friend. Yet, I thought you might find it interesting how people’s lives are changed by encounters that we’re at most times totally unaware. I’m sure his work touched many others in similar ways. I’m sure yours does as well. Thanks.

By: bruce dunn

bruce dunn — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 23:58:20 +0000

Dear Ms. Smith–
I’ve long admired your father’s work (i’m a writer myself). thanks so much for this story. I cannot tell you how enchanted I was by your memories…ravishing.
thanks again…
warm regards–
Bruce Dunn
ps-I have a new book coming out on Kindle next week,”The Yellow Umbrella”.
I will check out your own work too right now.

By: Kit Reuther

Kit Reuther — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 13:16:55 +0000

Many thanks for bringing another layer to the life of David Smith. His work inspired me to begin working in 3-d, after many years of painting. I will now add cherry cobbler to my repertoire.

By: Kel

Kel — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 00:53:01 +0000

I loved the stories. I am a big fan of your work and I read every story about your youth in Bolton Landing.