What is wind sculpture anyway? Actually we can consider wind sculpture as being part of kinetic sculpture; sometimes it is considered a variation of kinetic sculpture, as both types of sculptures rely on moving component parts. In kinetic sculpture, the motion is powered either mechanically through electricity or motors, clock work or steam power; by means of force of natural phenomena, like wind and wave power, and finally through spectator interaction with the sculpture. Continue Reading »

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Generally considered an international phenomenon, kinetic sculpture started in Europe and then spread almost everywhere in the world. By kinetic sculpture one usually refers to an art form that moves, being powered by electricity, wind, steam, waves or human interaction. Kinetic sculpture cannot be considered a cultural artistic style as there are plenty of variations that deny it this characterization. Most such sculptures only have some parts that move, with a firm component holding the structure as such. The golden years of kinetic sculpture were the 50s and the 60s when the first mobile artists imposed themselves in the arts: Len Lye, Yaacov Agam, Alexander Calder and many others.

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Throughout time the gargoyle sculpture has been typical of Western Europe. It seems that the gargoyle sculpture originates in the Greek architectsí idea of setting terra cota or marble lion heads on the roof cornice, usually for the practical purpose of diverting rain water away from the building roof to the street. In Western Europe gargoyle sculpture pieces stick out from churches and cathedrals mainly, but from houses and town halls roofs, too. These artistic creations are sculpted or carved of stone, usually, in the form of either people and animals or, most commonly, fantastic beasts that look really scary. Continue Reading »

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A garden sculpture surely makes a difference in the house landscape, and it is the careful choice and the right arrangement that contribute to the aesthetic effect. Thus, most home owners who decide to purchase a garden sculpture do so under the influence of home design magazines, Internet sites and interior designers who advise clients in the direction of customizing their gardens. Continue Reading »

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Art sculptures are nearly limitless in options and design possibilities. There are people who can give life to clay, marble, wood, metal, glass and even ice, creating true masterpieces and wonderful expressions of the creative spirit. There is a magic of the art sculptures that one can get the feel of in the galleries of a museum, in front of the exhibits in a private collection or by simply staring at a statuary group somewhere in an open area. Continue Reading »

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