Urban-industrial describes a style that pairs recycled industrial material, mainly steel or wood, with design flair, excellent craftsmanship and and a finely accented finish. Industrial chic, more like. The result is functional art. The textural quality of the materials retain their honest, used look as part of the character they lend the piece. This table is made from vintage automotive steel topped by a thick burl of American Black Walnut. The base legs are leaf-springs from an (unknown) 1980's truck which have been wire-brushed down to effect a smooth finish on a thick crust of oxidation ; the base is steel-plate from the renovation of the Whitestone bridge. The metal is finished with a linseed-oil extract that adds luster and fixes its naturally deep patina. The top is a thick Walnut burl finished by a quadruple cycle of sanding and polyurethane to best reveal its grains and to effect an organic smoothness DIMENSIONS: H 28 inches; L 23 inches; W 16 inches
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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.
Susanna Stefanachi Macomb
For Susanna Stefanachi's Dining TableI'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.
Robert Haile
For Denver Coffee TableDinsa Mehta is a superb craftsman. His communication, expertise, and follow-through to completion was exceptional. I would not hesitate to use him again. We are very pleased with our project. The tables are beautiful.
Barbara Harman
For Barbara's Breakfast nook tableThe 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
Larry Sullivan
For Larry's End TableInspired design and proficient logistics. Very pleased.
Bryan Like
For Urban Industrial Accent Table, Side Table, Coffee TableDinsa not only does great work, his communication and understanding of what the client is looking for is second to none. I highly recommend him.
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