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Metal Shark Sculptures

Stuart Peterman Industrializes Sea Creatures

— January 24, 2012 — Art & Design
Stuart Peterman is an internationally known artist who creates metal sculptures and abstract paintings. The artist is better known for his handcrafted metal jewelry, which can be found in galleries, museums, and stores across the country. Fueled by a love of large scale art, Peterman began experimenting with stainless steel and forming it into metal sculptures of popular fish. He hammers, welds, grinds, and finishes the textures by hand, using many tools he has constructed himself. The result is a sculpture of natural form with added structured shapes to create a unique and dramatic work of art.

Some examples of the fish Stuart Peterman creates include marlin, tuna, swordfish, tarpon, and grouper, but among his favorites is the shark. Sharks have an instantly recognizable form and are fascinating to observe. He will have three of his metal shark sculptures in the upcoming exhibit 'Shark' at The Museum of Art in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, from May 13, 2012 through November 4, 2012.
Trend Themes
1. Large Scale Metal Sculpture - The trend of creating large scale metal sculptures with unique and structured shapes for a dramatic work of art opens up opportunities for traditional artists to explore new mediums and expand their portfolio.
2. Abstract Metal Jewelry - The trend for abstract metal jewelry will drive innovative jewelry designers to create unique and distinctive pieces that challenge traditional design and production methods.
3. Oceanic Theme Art - The trend towards oceanic themed art and sculpture offers opportunities for artists to create unique pieces that draw on the natural beauty and diversity of marine life
Industry Implications
1. Fine Arts - The fine arts industry can benefit from creating large scale metal sculptures with unique shapes that incorporate traditional sculpting techniques with metalworking technology in a digital age.
2. Jewelry - The jewelry industry has an opportunity to explore new techniques to create abstract metal jewelry that takes inspiration from large scale sculptures and fine arts.
3. Museums and Galleries - Museums and galleries can showcase oceanic themed art and sculptures to cater to the public's interest in the natural beauty and diversity of marine life, encouraging artists to create unique pieces that reflect that interest.
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