Jonathan Ebinger builds his animal sculptures from steel washers and hex nuts, welded together to form creatures who appear to have been caught mid-motion. The juxtaposition of rigid materials and the fluidity of the finished sculpture is extraordinary. The rigid materials come together to form an animal that seems to live and breathe.

“To me they are not just construction materials, but rather pieces of a puzzle that I am able to fit together to create whatever kind of sculpture I can imagine. They are metal shapes; hexagons and perfect circles of all different sizes. When I bring together all of these geometric shapes, they have an intriguing and inviting look and feel.”

Duncan Johnson crafts his wall sculptures from reclaimed wood that is carefully prepared, cut and fitted. His skill as a woodworker means that he can create intricate wall pieces that play with light, shadow, layering and patterning. Even the nails used in the construction of each piece become important subtle elements.

“The work contains aspects of sculpture, drawing and painting, referencing many of my interests from quilting to architecture.”

“Throughout history, man in his innate determination has attempted to build his creations in ways that will forever stand the test of time. But invariably, what the hands of man construct, the forces of nature will slowly yet relentlessly deconstruct. These images are a testament to both the ingenuity and resilience of man as well as the relentless power and impact of nature’s elements through the passage of time.”