poreclain, bronze, copper, sterling silver, japanese silver leaf, fluorite, and amethystEhrlich Steinberg
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Human-crafted. AI-refined.
Joel Otterson's sculpture "Tobacco Road" features a ceramic form with a blue and white glaze, encased in an intricate metal frame adorned with gems, evoking a sense of embellished Americana. The central subject of the piece, emblazoned with the words "Tobacco Road," suggests themes of cultural heritage and industrial history. Otterson employs a harmonious blend of domestic handiwork and traditional sculpture techniques, reflecting his signature style of merging high art with craft. This work contemplates the intersection of cultural identity and American life, using diverse materials to challenge conventional artistic boundaries. ...
For the past 30 years, Joel Otterson has made sculpture, which combines aspects of domestic handicraft with traditional sculptural materials. Copper pipe, woodworking, pottery, porcelain, china, earthenware, concrete, marble, stained glass, quilting and lacemaking are the raw materials of Otterson’s sculpture. Utilizing practices such as sewing, and quilting, traditionally associated with feminine craft making, Otterson turns these humble materials into muscular art. The artist blurs the line between high and low culture, art and craft to create poignant sculptures, which are both utilitarian and de-constructivist sculptural objects. Through this endeavor, Otterson explores various cultural and political phenomena such as Rock N Roll, Baseball, and what it means to be an American. ...
Ehrlich Steinberg is an LA-based contemporary art gallery founded in 2023. The gallery exhibits national and international artists with a focus on emerging and research-based practices.
