Leroy Fresquez Jr., Metal Artist, Llano, NM

LEROY E. FRESQUEZ Jr.
METAL ARTIST – FOUND & RECYCLED MATERIALS
LLANO, NEW MEXICO, U.S.A.

As told to Nick Beason

I have been creating and selling sculpture since high school, where I developed my conscious and personal emphasis on artistic design. As time went on, I was able to dedicate more of my time to sculpture, and my career in welding gave me the opportunity to apply innovative techniques to my art.

My art uses recycled materials, and by working with found metal, I’m able to tap into a source of abundant discarded industrial objects, which tell a story that I can then translate into an abstraction of present day reality. My design and construction processes are executed with care, demonstrating respect for the material’s past use and function. My technique is the result of my mastery of welding, perfected through years of diligent practice and experience.

I have been inspired by the work of one of my favorite sculptors, Alexander Calder – www.calder.org

Each time I complete a piece of sculpture I feel more connected to my inner self and my ability to create something new and vibrant from old, abandoned materials.

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