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Building C
Sculptors often work in isolation, wrestling rock, wood,
glass, metal, clay, fiber, or other materials into fanciful
shapes in their lonely studios. Sculptures range from tiny
tabletop pieces to room-sized installations or giant outdoor
monuments. Art lovers marvel at the end results – compelling
objects on floors, walls, or in public spaces.
However, there are not many opportunities for sculptors to
meet patrons or other artists to share ideas and talk about
art. For nearly 20 years, the Pacific Rim Sculptors Group
(PRSG) has organized events and exhibits to lure sculptors
out of their studios to mingle with other creative people
and art lovers. A series of PRSG social events at Fort Mason
Center continues in January with a lecture by leading Bay
Area sculptors. The event is also open to the public.
In addition to bi-monthly meetings and arts events, PRSG
sponsors many exhibitions throughout the Bay Area and Northern
California, including a regular series at 600 Townsend in
San Francisco. The group invites guest curators for the shows,
including local art critics, collectors, gallery owners, and
museum staff. Recently PRSG held acclaimed exhibits at the
San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art and the Falkirk Cultural
Center in San Rafael, CA. In 2004, the group introduced Pacific
Rim style to the East Coast with a well-reviewed show at the
Grounds For Sculpture center in New Jersey.
Six Bay Area sculptors founded PRSG in 1988 and the group
has become a strong presence in the arts. Originally founded
as a forum for artists, the group has expanded its mission
to promote public awareness of sculpture and increase artistic
diversity and excellence in sculpture. PRSG publishes a newsletter
and maintains a web site, online gallery, and slide registry.
The group also organizes an annual show for student sculptors
at 600 Townsend that brings exciting new work into public
view.
Meet fascinating artists and discover the latest trends in
sculpture at the Pacific Rim Sculptors Group event. Refer
to January
12 and www.pacificrimsculptorsgroup.org
for details. RESCHEDULED TO 2/9
SAT.
– Claudia Willen
Image: Sculptor Ann Weber & her work at the Pacific Rim
Sculptors Group’s exhibit at the San Jose Institute of
Contemporary Art.
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