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Anthony Hansen is a metal artist that works primarily with found automotive sheet-metal. Born and raised in northern California he graduated with degrees in Liberal Studies and Fine Art and received his teaching credential in Elementary Education. His work has been shown nationally at different fine art festivals and galleries.
As an artist, Anthony has focused on using found and reclaimed materials. He uses automotive sheetmetal because it has such character and warmth. Every scratch, spot of rust and faded patch offers visual texture and interest. Text and type, through the use of old signs and license plates adds a dimension of interest and implied storyline. He enjoys creating pieces that are a patchwork of the past and the present, a mixing of the bright and shiny, as well as the dull and faded. Every piece of scrapmetal and license plate has a story. He enjoys trying to weave some of those stories together into my own metal poem. Creating hearts out of found/reclaimed elements constantly reminds Hansen of the humanity that we all share, and how closely all of our different lives and journeys are connected. |
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