Chris Cassimatis

 

Painting: The relentless advancement of technology is one of the defining instincts that sets humans apart. This theme has been a consistent thread in my work, explored through various lenses. In this most recent painted installment of my “Parts” series, I drew inspiration from repair manuals for 1950s and 1960s Caterpillar earth-moving equipment. Beyond the inherent beauty of the source material, these images invite reflection on the deeper meanings they carry. The types of machines these parts assemble have not only shaped the physical world but continue to reshape it to suit our evolving ambitions.

 

Sculpture: I am intrigued by the harmony that can be created between stone and steel. These materials inherently speak of strength and permanence, yet they have the ability to express fluidity and elegance. My work investigates ways to generate these qualities. I desire the material and form to elicit a response that is personal to the observer.  

 

Chris Cassimatis is a full-time painter and sculptor born in St. Louis who received a BS in Art - Stone Sculpture in 2005 from the University of Oregon. He has exhibited in Portland, St. Louis, Denver and Omaha and participated in numerous symposiums.

 

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