Artists' Studios
Michael Perks, metal sculptor
Bringing the cold element of steel to life, Michael Perks is a breakout artist that is turning heads. From sheets of steel Michael cuts, layers, bends & welds metal to the verge of his imagination. His different approach to metal has resulted in new techniques for steel statues such as clean purposeful cut-outs to abstract culminations.
Over the past 22 years Michael has worked as a millwright & snowmaker for the ski industry. He became known for his ability to fix large scale, obscure problems with innovative inventions of his own making. This ability to think differently, create with his own hands & work with huge objects can be seen in his art.
Alberta born, Michael now operates out of his shop located in Okotoks, AB. Most pieces are in private collections, however a recent piece of commissioned public art, entitled 'Prime Meridian', can be seen outside the West Canadian Print & Design building in Inglewood.
Visit Michael's website: www.metalperks.com
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