September 2nd – October 4th, 2005

“Metalphors”

Greg Kawcyznski

Opening Thursday, September 1, 2005  6-8pm

For me, as a sculptor who is used to moving and transforming big amounts of raw materials such as clay, gypsum, wood, stone and bronze, working on sterling jewellery and miniature sculpture is a challenge, because smaller forms are ruled by the same principals of composition.

My rings, chains, earrings and bracelets are large in size because they are sculptural.  They could adorn a medieval queen or a king.  There is an almost musical effect to my chains when they are being handled.

Recently I have been working on a series of bird sculptures.  Birds inspire me with their shape, pattern of feathers, vocal expressiveness and comical behaviour.

I am going to exhibit of my hand-made tools because they are also sculptural and have their own mysterious energy.  When making them, I feel the same inspiration and emotional involvement as if I were making a piece of  art.

Greg Kawcyznski

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