March 1994. slate, steel. Dimensions: 15.5 × 19 × 5 in (39 × 48 × 13 cm).
As a sculptor I've always been interested in tools, implements, and instruments. I see them as extensions of the artists' hand, important allies. I am also drawn to their raw, efficient beauty of form dictated by function. I am certainly not unique in using tools, David Smith, Jim Dine, Picasso and many others have staked out some very impressive territory. But I feel I have something to add to the mix based on my unique experiences and perspective.
John Van Alstine from "Bones of the Earth"
March 1994. slate, steel. Dimensions: 15.5 × 19 × 5 in (39 × 48 × 13 cm).
As a sculptor I've always been interested in tools, implements, and instruments. I see them as extensions of the artists' hand, important allies. I am also drawn to their raw, efficient beauty of form dictated by function. I am certainly not unique in using tools, David Smith, Jim Dine, Picasso and many others have staked out some very impressive territory. But I feel I have something to add to the mix based on my unique experiences and perspective.
John Van Alstine from "Bones of the Earth"
