Artist Statement

My sculptures are rough and powerful, yet simple. The dominant aspect of my work is its straightforward form - an aspect that makes these pieces very friendly to the viewer. The forms are easy to approach, but the symbolism and deeper meaning develop subtlty as the viewer returns to the piece time and time again. I create objects with volume and openness using Carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, breass, and almost any other material I can find. With found materials, I like to push the material to the point where many viewers do not realize what the original material was. The void of the volume and the play of light and shadow on the structure of my pieces create a sensual experience when viewed from various angles, The master finishes and patina enhance the texture, and for the outdoors, copper pieces evolve with the material, reflecting the influence of the elements.