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Joe NormanDancer II2017
2017
About the Item
Dancer II by Joe Norman
Abstract Figurative Sculpture
Cast Bronze 16x10x5"
ABOUT THE ARTIST: Joe Norman graduated with a degree in engineering from Stanford University prior to careers in product design consulting, education, and fine art. His sculptures explore environments that support and promote communities. Many of his designs are direct results of working with schools, families, and businesses to develop places that encourage people to work and be together in positive and supportive ways.
"I enjoy honest welds and allen head bolts, the joy of struggle and walnut oil on smooth sanded wood. My best work has regret and relief and sometimes I throw wrenches.
I steal natural shapes for my sculpture. Animal bones and river stones feel familiar in my gut. They’re all over the place, and they’re beautiful.
I take emotional resonance and apply it to beautiful shapes. The right emotion AND the right shape just might be powerful to the right person. Maybe it is a small example of how to practice BOTH AND in addition to EITHER OR.
My intent is to make art that contributes to a wider conversation about justice and care and our impact on the world. I hope it helps people think and be happy; I hope it helps people be important to each other." - Joe Norman
- Creator:Joe Norman (1977)
- Creation Year:2017
- Dimensions:Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Loveland, CO
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU126416562292
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