LAURA . ABRAMS

As a sculptor my work finds its inspiration in the infinite forms of nature.  Though no artist can compete with the perfection or spectacular beauty that exists in the forms from our ocean, the earth and sky, and the tiniest cell or organism, my challenge is in studying these forms, as well as those which man has created, and bringing them together in an interesting way.  For me, creating is a spiritual and intuitive process where the link between nature, our existence, and universal consciousness coincide.

Polarities and opposites – simplicity/complexity, good/evil, male/female, faith/reason – forces that drive our universe, intrigue me and are an underlying current in my work.  I believe these polarities are the essence of creating balance.  Fascinated by the inherent motion & universal rhythms found in so many forms both natural and manmade, my work strives to capture a piece of this action, wherever it may be found. This could be in the tiniest flower bud, an industrial part, music, or simply a feeling of being part of our vast, mysterious world. 

Both abstract and organic, my sculptures encompass a variety of media, but my favorite mediums are bronze and steel.  I am drawn to the seductive quality of molten bronze and its ability to make a fleeting idea permanent.  As I see it, my ability to create is a gift from the universe – channeling what I see to create new objects is my gift in return.