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Mark Beltchenko StudioSculpted stone and steel art titled "Insider series, Fish Spin"2015
2015
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Title: "Fish Spin: Navigating the Waters of Hidden Agendas"
Within the extensive "Insider Series," "Fish Spin" emerges as a captivating sculpture, blending hand-carved limestone and steel to delve into the nuanced theme of hidden agendas accessible only to those in power or at the top of the societal hierarchy.
The fish likeness becomes a metaphor for an elusive prey—information that remains out of reach and can only be captured with experience, tenacity, or luck. The visual spinning elements incorporated into the sculpture represent the vital information disseminated to the general public, often delivered with a spin. The choice of a fish as the central motif adds an additional layer, suggesting the delicate dance required to navigate the depths of concealed knowledge.
Positioning the limestone fish on its side imparts a playful yet thought-provoking element, akin to a spinner on a children's board game. This whimsical touch symbolizes the unpredictable nature of obtaining accurate information, drawing a parallel to the randomness of hitting a spinner in a game. The analogy implies that acquiring truth is akin to a game of chance, where luck plays a role in determining the accuracy of the information received.
"Fish Spin" invites viewers to contemplate the mechanisms through which information is circulated and manipulated, raising awareness about the challenges of discerning truth in a world where narratives are often presented with a strategic spin. The sculpture serves as a visual prompt for critical reflection on the elusive nature of hidden agendas and the importance of deciphering the information landscape with a discerning eye.
Through its engaging design and symbolism, "Fish Spin" captures the essence of navigating the waters of hidden information, encouraging individuals to question, interpret, and participate in the ongoing dialogue about transparency, truth, and the dynamics of power within society.
- Creator:Mark Beltchenko Studio (1951, American)
- Creation Year:2015
- Dimensions:Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Grosse Pointe Park, MI
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2266213779582
Mark Beltchenko Studio
Mark Beltchenko is a Detroit area sculptor that is highly skilled in multiple media. Equally comfortable working in stone, steel, bronze, wood and precious metals his work serves as a meditation on the good and bad in our current lives: the environment, political hypocrisy, positive growth, greed and human narcissism. Much of his work weaves layers upon another in stories through 3 dimensional pictographs. His imagery communicates in ways that are both primitive and profound; both sweeping and diminutive. Beltchenko is not a loud or verbose man but his work screams at us with dire urgency. That is not to say his work is obvious, rather, it is not. It requires effort. One must spend time with the work and breathe into it. You may not immediately recognize the discourse; however allow yourself to linger and as one lingers the layers begin to unfold and reveal its meticulous detail and dialogue. It affects and changes you. Mark has shown in museums and galleries; executed commissions for colleges, churches, corporations, casinos, and municipalities. In addition to producing his own bodies of work he has participated in visiting artist programs and workshops. Mark also creates one of a kind precious metal jewelry for which he has won numerous design awards.
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