Keith Shearsby Useful Things @ YouMe Gallery 2

Keith Shearsby Broom, 2014; Photo © Karen Thiessen, 2016

Broom was another of my favourite pieces in the show. It's an object that I could spend a few years admiring. Sadly, none of the work in Keith Shearsby's March 2016 Useful Things exhibit was available for purchase. Sweeping a floor with Broom could be fun or frustrating, depending on your expectations.

Keith Shearsby Spring Hammer, 2015; Photo © Karen Thiessen, 2016

Take a close look of the handle of Spring Hammer. Its grooves and patina indicates that it was used in its previous (useful) life.

Keith Shearsby Cane, 2009; Photo © Karen Thiessen, 2016

Cane and Crutches are worthy of performance art. Cane's bell is a nice touch, as are Crutches' hand brakes.

Keith Shearsby Crutches, 2009; Photo © Karen Thiessen, 2016

Keith Shearsby Steel Wool Gloves, 2008; Photo © Karen Thiessen, 2016

Good luck using Steel Wool Gloves.