Colombo

Original Reclaimed Timber Installations by Glen Turner

Dimensions: 1400 x 450 x 50mm 

Artist Statement: My approach to this exhibition explores balance and symmetry through the arrangement of diverse timber species. I consider the relationship between angles and how each influences the other, recognising their inherent connection within the composition. Symmetry extends beyond the surface. It exists in every direction revealed through the layering of timber, where shifting perspectives and changing light contribute to the overall balance of each piece.

Artist Bio: Glen is a self-taught, Christchurch-based artist who works from The Lobe, a collective space in the city’s heart. His art revolves around breathing new life into recycled and sustainable materials, with a particular focus on locally sourced timber from the Canterbury region.

By working with a diverse array of reclaimed wood, Glen creates striking artworks that highlight the natural hues, textures, and unique characteristics of each species. His pieces have a story to tell many of the timbers used in his work are salvaged from post-earthquake demolitions, family home renovations, and discarded furniture. Glen carefully selects and combines these materials in a distinctive, organic process, forgoing traditional sketches or plans. The result is a dynamic, evolving artwork that celebrates the inherent beauty of repurposed materials.

Through his creations, Glen invites viewers to experience the transformation of forgotten materials into evocative, sustainable art that speaks to the timeless beauty of nature and craftsmanship.

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