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Ron Rodgers, Century of Progress, 2015, bronze
Cast, Forged & Welded: MetalWorks explores contemporary trends in metal sculpture. Showcasing the work of ten Bay Area artists, the exhibition demonstrates a variety of ways the unique properties of metal are used to create expressive as well as design-focused works of art. The Petaluma area enjoys an enduring history and on-going involvement in the creation of metal sculpture as an art form. Among the nationally and internationally acclaimed artists known for their metalwork—who have connections to Petaluma—are Mark di Suvero, who maintains studios in New York, France, and Petaluma, and the late Robert Ellison, whose work can be seen around the world and in many locations in Sonoma County. Through a variety of techniques and methods used in metalwork, such as casting, forging, and welding, the exhibition focuses on materials, process, concept, and design, as well as considers the properties of different types of metals and finishes. From abstract to figurative, and from complex to minimalist in form, the work reflects back to ancient processes while looking forward to current technological advances. Curated by Satri Pencak. Exhibiting artists: Don Ajello, Matt Devine, Bella Feldman, Virginia Harrison, Matthew Hart, Daniel Hopper, Clay Jensen, Jann Nunn, Michael J. Pollare, and Ron Rodgers.