Victor Moore's "Junk Castle"

Victor and Bobbie Moore once lived in a house constructed from the old floor joists of a grain warehouse on the site of a played out rock quarry.   The current owner of the property graciously gave me the opportunity to photograph the Junk Castle and other outbuildings built by Vic's family and friends.  The "Junk Castle" was his 1970 MFA thesis assemblage sculpture.   Although found pieces and assemblages of various sorts are pleasantly scattered about the property, the hulking mass of the junk castle stands vigil above the rest.

The Junk Castle is constructed from so many different items, including sheet metal, tin, washing machine parts, dryer doors, miscellaneous housings, bedsteads, and even the door from a 1952 Oldsmobile.  The castle is featured in several books including "Strange Sites" by Jim Christy, "Fantasy Worlds" by John Maizels, and "Fantastic Architecture" published by Abrams, Inc.

Vic Moore taught art in the Pullman, Washington public schools and mentored thousands of students, including myself.

Victor Moore just published a book he wrote and illustrated titled "Stories From The Methow".  It's about his memories of growing up in central Washington State in the 1930's.  The book's cover was designed by artist Ann Marra, a former classmate of mine, and student of  Victor Moore.  Ann also help a great deal in getting the book published.  I just finished reading my copy...it's historical, entertaining, and has many bits of Vic's sense of humor scattered throughout the book.  If you would like to order a copy, click on the following link: Victor Moore's Book

Make sure you click on the photos for larger views of the inside and outside of this magnificent castle!