Experience the power of different art forms by local, national, and international artists at the Marcus Ashley Gallery. We’re proud to showcase
Lyman Whitaker art
, a brilliant collection of wind sculptures, at the gallery. The sculptor studied contemporary design and classical sculpting under Avard Fairbanks and Angelo Carvaglia. Whitaker took to crafting wind sculptures as an unconventional yet meaningful way of inspiring change. Relying on sustainable means to craft his art, the sculptor hopes that fellow artists will practice better solutions for the planet’s sake. Viewers will feel deeply empowered, inspired, and comforted by Whitaker’s wind sculptures.
Nebula
is Whitaker’s version of the dramatic activity that unfolds in the far reaches of the galaxy. A nebula is a dense cloud of gas and dust that exists between stars. It is usually formed after a supernova event or acts as a nursery for new stars. In his sculpture
Nebula
, Whitaker encases curved stainless steel elements within a caged orb-like structure. The fabricated pieces are arranged at an adjacent angle, creating the illusion of movement from within as it spins. Whitaker exercises his expertise and a keen eye for detail to create this complex sculpture. Place
Nebula
in any outdoor space and experience the magic of this spinning beauty.
Experience the power of different art forms by local, national, and international artists at the Marcus Ashley Gallery. We’re proud to showcase
Lyman Whitaker art
, a brilliant collection of wind sculptures, at the gallery. The sculptor studied contemporary design and classical sculpting under Avard Fairbanks and Angelo Carvaglia. Whitaker took to crafting wind sculptures as an unconventional yet meaningful way of inspiring change. Relying on sustainable means to craft his art, the sculptor hopes that fellow artists will practice better solutions for the planet’s sake. Viewers will feel deeply empowered, inspired, and comforted by Whitaker’s wind sculptures.
Nebula
is Whitaker’s version of the dramatic activity that unfolds in the far reaches of the galaxy. A nebula is a dense cloud of gas and dust that exists between stars. It is usually formed after a supernova event or acts as a nursery for new stars. In his sculpture
Nebula
, Whitaker encases curved stainless steel elements within a caged orb-like structure. The fabricated pieces are arranged at an adjacent angle, creating the illusion of movement from within as it spins. Whitaker exercises his expertise and a keen eye for detail to create this complex sculpture. Place
Nebula
in any outdoor space and experience the magic of this spinning beauty.
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