Artist Statement
Mohawk explores the idea of collective motion—how individual forms rise together, lean forward, and shape a unified gesture. Each column is hammered into an organic, liquid-metal texture that breaks the rigidity of steel, transforming the surface into a field of light distortions. The forward tilt suggests propulsion, momentum, and the moment before flight. Although static, the piece feels alive, animated by the surroundings it reflects.
The sculpture is inspired by the relationship between balance and imbalance: how something tall and narrow can appear powerful, grounded, yet always on the edge of movement. Mohawk treats steel not as a solid mass but as a flexible, responsive material capable of capturing the fleeting qualities of wind and motion.
1/1 Installation
Mohawk is well suited for open outdoor environments, courtyards, sculpture gardens, or industrial architectural settings. The mirrored surface interacts strongly with sky, landscape, and human presence, making the piece highly site-responsive. For installation, the sculpture should be positioned where it can receive natural light, allowing the tall reflective columns to create elongated shadows and shimmering highlights throughout the day.
A solid, level concrete base with concealed anchoring is recommended to preserve the visual purity of the design while ensuring stability due to the sculpture’s height and slender proportions.
1/2 Relational Works
Works that share conceptual or material relationships with Mohawk:
The Wedge / Pedestal I & II – investigations into leaning forms and tension in balance
Totem Series – similarly vertical stainless-steel forms emphasizing height and rhythm
The Pyramids – multi-element compositions exploring mirrored surfaces and geometric alignment
Obelisk / Mercury Column – tall reflective monolithic sculptures with liquid-metal surfaces
