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Surf - An Abstract Sculpture In Steel, Glass And Marble

SURF EVOKES THE MOVEMENT OF SURF PLAYING OUT A SPRAY OF COLOR AS IT JUMPS A WAVE Steel, art-glass and marble. The steel frame and rings are welded and finished with a sheen that permanently fixes luster and prevents oxidation. The hand-cut art-glass circles present variations in opacity and texture which, together with the striations in some of the metal and the live-edged sides of the marble base catch the light in different slants. I use recycled, textured steel whenever I can find the form and quality of metal I need but fine art glass. Hand-forged rings. Best viewed with light on rather than through the sculpture

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DINSA MEHTA

DINSA MEHTA

PeppercornStudio

Bedford, NY
Member since: 2014
5.0
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I am a sculptor working in metal and glass. Sometimes singly, sometimes together. I find the simple expression of material to be visually pleasing, and often the stuff I have on hand will nudge my creative process. If the resulting piece awakens my visual sense with wonder, that counts as art for me.

I’ve arrived at sculpting after a heady and enjoyable journey through corporate life. I worked my whole career, twenty-seven years, at JPMorgan and all of that on its trading floors. So making art - and the solitude that accompanies it - are a striking counterpoint to the addictive buzz of life in the markets.

The short story reads like this: as an avid gardener I developed an interest to make large-scale metal art to add to the whimsy in my yard. My son, who was (and is) restoring a classic Alfa Romeo taught me how to weld; I followed this with a semester at the Silvermine School of Art. Many moons, more tools, much practise, the steady acquisition of technique (mostly from other artists and artisans) and I had learned much of what goes into my art now.

I like to use recycled steel whenever possible and I scavenge actively to collect old metal - there’s little more satisfying than cutting up and creating art from, say, an old corn planter.
Patina, texture and light fascinate me and play engaging roles in my sculptures.

My wife (an art photographer among her other talents) and I collect the works of (mainly) American craftspeople - glass makers, ceramicists, wood-workers, textile artists, sculptors - and seek out contemporary art, often at Sculpture parks. So making art is its own reward. Sharing it is even better.

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    Susanna Stefanachi Macomb

    For Susanna Stefanachi's Dining Table
    5.0

    I'd recommend Dinsa to anyone! He is an artist and a craftsman. He really cares about his work. Our piece was a collaborative project in that he kept me posted via text, email and Facetime with regard to design, materials and finishes. Such lovely choices! It was all so exciting and I absolutely LOVE our finished product --- a gorgeous live edge wood table with a sculpture quality copper finish base. Thank you Dinsa for your creativity, craftsmanship, care and integrity.

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    Larry Sullivan

    For Larry's End Table
    5.0

    Inspired design and proficient logistics. Very pleased.

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    Barbara Harman

    For Barbara's Breakfast nook table
    5.0

    The custom table is perfect for my breakfast nook and it glides around the kitchen flawlessly. It looks beautiful at the seating and I can use it as a serving cart or roll it right up to the dishwasher for cleanup. We love the design, color and construction, and size and weight are exactly as imagined. Dinsa Mehta was fantastic allowing me to participate in the process to the fullest extent which I appreciated so very much. Dinsa is talented, patient, and accommmodating in every respect. And he managed to get the table delivered before Christmas and in perfect condition. The whole experience was superb! Barbara H. In Bel Air, MD

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    Mary Brodsky

    For Live Edge English Walnut Coffee Table
    4.8

    Dinsa made me a live edge coffee table made from American black walnut. It’s absolutely stunning and fits my space beautifully. He listened to my requirements and worked hard to meet them. He was a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend him.

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    Renee Wilson

    For Urban Industrial Accent Table, Side Table, Coffee Table
    5.0

    The table will certainly add an "urban avant-garde" quality. It's fun and a little crazy like me. A conversation piece for sure.

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