Høst by Aron Li

Object / Figurative Organic Conceptual

Published: 16.02.2021

Water cut, soldered, patinated.

Aron Irving Li’s sculptural metal objects are based on the one hand on his examination of the effects of humans on nature and the environment, on the other hand on the pursuit of creating something physical, combined with an interest in the techniques and traditions of his craft. Inspired by the complex structures of nature as they are revealed in animals and plants, he focuses on haptic and visual moments to convey the beauty and fragility of nature. Inspired by his interest in growth processes, by withering and decay in the cycle of nature, he deals with the related aesthetic aspects. He follows the changes in natural forms over time and tries to translate these processes into metal objects. For this he works with finely cut surfaces and fragile-looking net structures, combining different techniques such as hand sewing, soldering, forging, and assembly processes. Each work consists of many smaller parts that are put together to form three-dimensional structures. The net structure of the curved, seemingly organic shapes are emphasized by the colours and underlines the liveliness of the shapes. The transparency and delicacy of the metal bars result in a variety of patterns that change depending on the point of view.