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McKay Otto Sculptures

American, b. 1947
McKay Otto’s work represents a dynamic way of contemplating art, where he takes the viewer into new dimensions, breaking a traditional way of seeing. His paintings have a hidden meaning: when they are seen in the dark, Otto’s paintings reveal another work of art that is only unveiled and visible when not in the light. This uncommon and rare experience that enlightens the viewer truly gives meaning to what he is attempting to convey. He not only surprises us with his ability to play with light and darkness, but his research for new materials that characterize his canvases amaze and delight as well. It is in this way that McKay Otto was able to break the traditional two-dimensional plane into the three- dimensional. The experience of contemplating McKay’s work, changes, evolves, and is different for everyone who perceives it. As McKay once said, “There’s always light in the dark, you just have to look beyond”. McKay Otto has created a new visual language with indirect reflections of light, color, and geometrical forms, achieving true abstraction. Going further than any other artist, his unique canvases transcend the three-dimensional realm into a universal experience.
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Artist: McKay Otto
Modern Abstract Mixed Media Steel and Wood Organic Sculpture
Modern Abstract Mixed Media Steel and Wood Organic Sculpture

Modern Abstract Mixed Media Steel and Wood Organic Sculpture

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Modern abstract mixed media sculpture by Texas artist McKay Otto. The work features steel arms twisting out of a wood center pillar that is attached to a cement base. Signed, dated, ...

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1990s Modern McKay Otto Sculptures

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Steel

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