Echo
Echo is an extraordinary mixed-media sculpture measuring 58h x 54w” that stands as a powerful testament to environmental consciousness and artistic innovation within the acclaimed “Reviving Giants: Nature | Form | Legacy” collection. This museum-quality piece combines hand-painted canvas, premium acrylic paint, archival paper, industrial nails, and a centerpiece of sustainably sourced old-growth redwood from Northern California, personally selected by the artist in 2024.
The work’s most compelling element is its historic old-growth redwood component—a rare remnant pulled from a river flowing into the Pacific Ocean, cut down before these ancient giants received protected status. This precious material carries within it centuries of natural history, making each viewing a profound encounter with both artistic vision and environmental legacy. The rich, weathered patina of the redwood, with its deep rust-colored grain and natural fissures, speaks to the resilience and beauty found in nature’s most enduring forms.
The contemporary painted elements create a striking visual dialogue with the ancient wood, featuring bold black geometric forms outlined in vibrant chartreuse and blue accents against crisp white backgrounds. The artist’s masterful integration of traditional painting techniques with three-dimensional sculptural elements demonstrates their signature multidimensional approach, where each component—the organic curves of the weathered wood, the geometric precision of the painted forms, and the industrial strength of the metal elements—contributes to a unified artistic statement about preservation, memory, and renewal.
The fragmented, puzzle-like composition suggests themes of reconstruction and remembrance, with the painted canvas pieces appearing to both protect and reveal the precious redwood beneath. The strategic use of nails as both functional and aesthetic elements adds an industrial counterpoint to the organic materials, creating tension between human intervention and natural form.
This piece represents more than contemporary art—it’s a meditation on environmental stewardship, historical preservation, and the artist’s deep connection to California’s natural landscape. The sustainable sourcing of materials reflects a commitment to ethical art-making practices while honoring the legacy of these magnificent trees that once dominated the Northern California coastline.
Currently featured in the “Reviving Giants” solo exhibition, “Echo” exemplifies the intersection of fine art, environmental consciousness, and material innovation that defines contemporary multidimensional sculpture.
