Park West Gallery hosts Nano Lopez exhibition at Detroit fine art gallery
Master sculptor Nano Lopez with his life-sized ostrich sculpture, “Elizabeth.”
SOUTHFIELD, Mich. June 1, 2015 – Park West Gallery, which hosts fine art auctions on cruise ships, and via an art gallery in Detroit, will present the works of master sculptor Nano Lopez in an exhibit at its Detroit-area gallery.
Behold 36 intricate sculptures during Park West Gallery’s newest exhibition, held June 7-28 at 29469 Northwestern Highway in Southfield. This will be the only venue for the exhibition.
On display will be Lopez’s popular “Nanimals”– colorful creatures that attract viewers of all ages with their playfulness. At the exhibition, meet Nanimals like a dragon enjoying ice cream, a turtle ready for the races, a poetic owl and a life-sized ostrich.
Also exhibited are Lopez’s figures, which combine classical training and experimentation to produce sculptures like a winged goddess holding the world. His use of organic textures and human-made objects convey his respect for nature, science and creativity.
“At first glance, it is uncertain which period in time these works hail from,” said David Gorman, Gallery Director for Park West Gallery. “Upon further investigation, it is apparent that these works assume a contemporary role. By incorporating 21st century elements in a surreal approach, Nano Lopez has a way of capturing one’s attention, leaving the viewer spellbound.”
Lopez uses the “lost wax” technique to create his bronze sculptures. The process involves sculpting a clay model, making a silicone mold from the model and pouring wax into this mold. The hardened wax is then used to create a ceramic shell. The term “lost wax” refers to wax melting out of the shell when it’s baked in a kiln. Molten bronze is poured into the shell to create the final sculpture.
Born in Bogota, Colombia, Lopez studied at institutions like the Superior National School of Beaux Arts in Paris and under masters like Francisco Baron. Lopez worked at bronze foundries before starting his own business in 1987, and in 2006 became a full-time artist.
Admission is free to the public. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. seven days a week. For more information, call 248-354-2343 or visit www.parkwestgallery.com.
Park West Gallery in Detroit connects artists to fine art aficionados via art auctions at sea by creating an entertaining, educational and welcoming environment that ignites a passion for the arts.
