Works in Progress

Freshly poured concrete forms

Setting rebar in the forms

Light at work

I was recently asked by Waubonsee Community College to build a sculpture as part of the Dickson Window art project.  Artist's produce work for a 3 month installation in the space.  I was lucky enough to be asked by my former professor to construct a piece.  The photos here show the foundation of the work, which is a series of poured concrete slabs that will eventually be configured into a specific shape.  Fortunately I had my cousin assisting me with the pour and made this portion of the project run very smoothly.  This opportunity has enabled me to continue working and investigating with material on a large scale.  I find enjoyment when the materials weight pushes my own physical strength.  A material shift takes place.  At first the concrete, in bags and a struggle to lift is in a dry state, but once water is added then poured into the molds becomes workable with much ease.  The final step and last finish to the concrete