Turning Trash into Treasure: Terry Moore’s Recycled Art
For Acadia resident Terry Moore, inspiration can be found
just about anywhere—even in the things other people are ready to throw away.
The 69-year-old lifelong creative has spent years
transforming discarded and forgotten objects into one-of-a-kind works of art.
Many of his creations find a home on the front lawn of his Acadia Drive
residence, where they’ve become something of a neighbourhood attraction.
Moore’s approach to art is simple: save the pieces, find
their potential, and figure out what they could become. He jokes that he’s an
“art hoarder,” keeping screws, wheels, metal, and other odds and ends because
he never knows when something might become the missing piece of a future
creation. For example, while Terry worked as a truck driver, he spotted a large
piece of wood with a sweeping curve out in a field—in the middle of winter no
less. Making the trek through the deep snow, Terry retrieved the large Samorost,
hauled it back to his truck, and took it home with him. While the Samorost
required a bit more work to retrieve, a lot of Terry’s trinkets are found in
thrift stores or around his home. The hand-made tractor at the front of the
yard contains reflective tape Terry had leftover after using it on his car.
Moore’s creations have brought more than just visual
interest to the busy Acadia Drive. He says people often slow down to admire his
work, take photos, and stop to chat. For Moore, however, the artwork itself is
only part of the experience. He enjoys sharing the story behind each creation
with the people who buy his pieces or just come to visit and see what his work
is all about. So the next time you drive down Acadia Drive, take a moment to
slow down and keep your eyes out for Terry’s masterpieces!
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