Artist Statement
In “Metallurgical Dreams: Sculpting Imagination from Waste,” I explore the transformative power of illusion and creative imagination using discarded materials like waste, scrap, and junk metal. Through metal decoupage techniques, I create contemporary portraits that defy traditional artistic boundaries, blending innovative vision with deliberate composition.
I see waste materials as potential raw materials for art, aiming to reflect the beauty within the discarded and overlooked. My creative process involves an intimate dance with materials, coaxing them into unexpected forms that echo the complexities of human experience. The resulting compositions interplay texture, color, and form, inviting viewers into a world where imagination transcends reality.
“Metallurgical Dreams” is more than art – it’s a visual narrative that challenges preconceived notions and inspires reconsideration of the potential within discarded materials. Through this series, I aim to inspire others to recognize the limitless possibilities within creative imagination and the transformative power of art.
The Collection
Metallurgical Dreams 1
Scrap metal and Acrylic, 200 x 100 x 600 cm – 2014