Boris Kramer was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Through his father, Richard he learned blacksmithing techniques. He completed a degree in Fine Arts at Mc Master University in 1995.

Using tools and methods of both modern and ancient smithing techniques, these unique designs are hand-forged. The sculptures are made from low carbon or "hot rolled" steel, stainless steel, copper and bronze. Each piece is handmade and varies slightly in shape, surface texture and expression. Known for their rounded, semi-abstract, human forms, these pieces are simple yet elegant expressions of human relationships. "Having experienced both great tragedy and joy in my own life, I want my art to sustain relevant and meaningful encounters," Boris states.
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"I am a sculptor. I heat and hand forge metal until it gives form to expressions of human energy as it engages and relates. When heated, metal is extremely forgiving, that's why I choose it as a medium. Through it, I explore the forces that draw us together and that separate us from ourselves and each other. Having experienced both great tragedy and joy in my own life, I want my art to sustain relevant and meaningful encounters Boris Kramer was born in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada in 1969. Through his father, he learned blacksmithing techniques by osmosis; at home, art and metal were part of daily life. In 1995, when he completed a degree in Fine Arts at McMaster University, he committed his artistic future to metal and joined his father at the forge. .

As his influences, he cites movements as diverse as rayism and impressionism and states that, for him the forging process is the seeking of form in a balance that supports its own meaning. Although he shares, with his father, a fascination with human relationships, Boris has clearly developed his own distinct vision and his own unique style. Boris has shown his artwork in galleries in Canada and the United States. His sculptures have a home in numberous corporate and private collections and can be found in the many galleries around the world that carry Kramer Sculptures.
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