Windsong

Artist Comments

I am honored to be a part of the 30th Anniversary Rosen Competition. I strongly believe in, and support sponsored art that provides both attractions for visitors and opportunities for artists.

I have been a filmmaker, artist and sculptor and have gravitated to public art about twelve years ago. At first, my sculpture was small, as I did not have the tools to make it larger. Then I took an adult-education arc-welding course through a local community college. Since then, I have salvaged and repaired old welding equipment, purchased new gear and now put the money from the sale of my work or honoraria I receive back into the renewal of my studio and equipment.

With a cinematic eye and a welder’s arc, I bring light, motion and mass to my work. I contrast weathered and polished, light and dark, mass and space. I often work in four dimensions, allowing time to show the kinetic aspects of a piece. The processes of welding have allowed my dreams to soar. I enjoy the fabrication as much as the design, and usually refine the concept during construction. In the end, I feel there is some of “Vulcan’s* power” in my work.

* Vulcan – the Roman god of fire and metalworking (not to be confused with any Startrek characters or species).

-Bob Turan

Project Narrative

34th Rosen Sculpture Competition >>