Mullet (school of 4)
$280.00
Beyond cuisine, the plain yet mighty mullet nourishes entire biomes, cyclic commuters between rich estuaries and the open ocean, their numbers interpreting to locals the overall health across this interconnected web of saltmarsh nurseries and Gulf stream currents that shape migratory flows of life itself.
Description
Beyond cuisine, the plain yet mighty mullet nourishes entire biomes, cyclic commuters between rich estuaries and the open ocean, their numbers interpreting to locals the overall health across this interconnected web of saltmarsh nurseries and Gulf stream currents that shape migratory flows of life itself.
Cut from 14 gauge 316L grade steel prized for corrosion resistance, each mullet individually takes shape under the nuanced blows of fiber hammers. Through ritual precision heating then rapid quenching, applied physics reveals submerged soul – setting within the very grain spectacular hues.
Our kinetic sculptures honor this cultural icon not for glory but as a selfless vessel reflecting plenty, community and sacrifice. Within smooth steel set afire, then masterfully worked between skilled hands, find new appreciation for an old provider we themselves may become within the ongoing dance.
*All of our sculptures come with stainless steel brackets and hardware for mounting.
Additional information
| Dimensions | 16 × 9 in |
|---|---|
| Face | Left, Right |
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Armando R. Hevia, a passionate artist and sport fisherman enthusiast, was born in Havana, Cuba, but moved to the U.S. as a young child. He has lived Orlando, Florida since 1972. Fortunately, Florida is a premier destination for fishing, and the open seas have given him a wide realm of both observation and discernment, fueling his creativity to replicate sea life in his own vision.
Armando has always loved to draw, and studied both Commercial Art and Welding at Mid-Florida Tech in Orlando. His welding knowledge prompted him to experiment with creating his first metal sculpture over 20 years ago. What began as a hobby has turned into much more, and he has methodically developed his stainless steel sculptures depicting sea life. All sculptures begin with a hand drawn design before the metal is cut to the proper specifications of each fish. He then grinds each piece to add depth and dimension into each piece. The array of colors is achieved by controlled heat, a process known as fire color. The colors are not painted on, but rather drawn out of the metal by different temperatures of heat. The colors are then embedded into the steel permanently. Each piece is original, and no two pieces are alike.
Armando not only has a passion for, but takes pride in each piece of art he creates. It is clear he has an innate, intuitive gift for art, and is willing and able to create anything the mind can imagine.