Artist's Statement:
I am a sculptor who draws inspiration from the deep spiritual connection between humanity and the natural world. Working primarily with steel and stainless steel, I create indoor and outdoor art pieces that aim to evoke emotions and foster human connection, while often conveying an underlying spiritual message.
For me, art is not just about creating something beautiful. It's about expressing my innermost feelings, my beliefs, and my experiences. Through my art, I hope to share a part of myself with others, and to inspire them to connect with their own spirituality and the natural world.
I find that metalwork is the perfect medium to express these themes. The strength, durability, and resilience of steel and stainless steel reflect the power and endurance of the human spirit, and the organic shapes and textures convey the beauty and complexity of nature.
In my creative process, I often start with a concept that resonates with me, and then let my intuition and imagination guide me. I enjoy the challenge of shaping hard, rigid materials into forms that convey softness, fluidity, and emotion.
Karman Rheault - Moorhead, Minnesota 2023