Flying Contraption
The figure is comprised of welded bicycle crank sets. His face is fabricated steel. Parts also used include wrenches, elements of surgical tools, roller bearings, springs and other bicycle components. The contraption is constructed from vintage hand drill, roller bearing, vintage fan blades, auto parts and many other components.
Sculptures by Lewis Tardy are one-of-a-kind pieces. Primary materials used are vintage, antique, scrap, re-purposed or discarded in nature. Corroded, blemished or oxidized metal provide texture, color and character that are sought after and intentional elements incorporated in my work. Natural patina’s and flaws are also noticed and creatively accepted in the final result. New, manufactured finishes and perfection should not be expected in this work.