Randy Cooper Internationally Known Wire Mesh Sculptor
Written by Kathleen Vegh
Sunday, 06 April 2008
The Ogden Valley had a
unique opportunity presented by Kathleen Vegh of Resources
Unique Fine Arts, to meet internationally
known sculptor Randy Cooper. His
intriguing wire mesh sculptures were shown for the first time in
Utah. Randy was available to demonstrate the creative process and
answer collectors’ questions.
Craig Bonham of Harley
and Bucks Grill catered the event at the
restaurant, featuring delicious food from his upcoming second
restaurant, Carlos and Harleys
Fresh Mex Cantina, to
open in Eden this summer.
After working in clay,
artificial stone and bronze, Randy began creating magical sculptures
in iron wire mesh. When a spotlight is added, they cast fine,
drawing-like shadows, “shadow sculptures” on the wall. He works
with models, which give his pieces an uncanny life-like quality. His
inherent understanding of materials and his power of concentration
have allowed him to develop his own intuitive technique in creating
these dynamic sculptures. Randy works with wire mesh as a painter
works a canvas with brushes: with his large powerful hands and a few
simple tools, he fashions each shadow sculpture, lovingly creating
original classical forms that are alive with motion and grace.
Cooper describes his work
as classical in nature in a modern medium. He says, he is inspired
by ancient Roman and Greek artists, but his influences also range
from Michelangelo and shadow-master Rembrandt, to the French
romanticist, Rodin.
Randy Cooper’s shadow
sculptures captivate the eye with their simplicity and tease the mind
with the subtle details in their shadows. The magic displayed by the
exciting juxtaposition of image and shadow is a collector’s dream.
It is no wonder, Cooper’s works are shown and collected all over
the world. He was recently commissioned by the Los Angeles County
Museum of Natural History to create a 250 million year old
prehistoric sea cow.
To inquire about the
restaurant contact:
Harley and Bucks Grill 801
745 2060
To acquire your own piece
or additional information please contact:
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