New Mexico's new folk art furniture

Sunset, Oct, 1992 by Jeanie Puleston Fleming, Roxanne E. Chan

To achieve the distinctive look of his tinwork, Kyle first sketches a design onto the tin with a pencil, then places the sheet on a rubber mat and punches in the lines, dots, and curves, one hammer stroke at a time. A chemical wash gives the tin an aged look, or it is painted. "After painting," he says, "we bring down the color with antique finishes."

The Streck Family gallery (541 W. Cordova Road; 986-1201) contains a variety of styles in new and restored furnishings. Hours are 9 to 5 Mondays through Saturdays. Visitors may also visit the workshop (805-D Early Street; 984-8265). Custom orders are welcome.