Rick Swain began sculpting in the early eighties. The sense of freedom he found in the creation of abstract forms in wood was a welcome alternative to his background in engineering design and photography. Working often with demolition materials, he transforms native and exotic timbers into large sculptural vessels with ceremonial overtones, or abstract sculptures evoking moods as diverse as birth and the shaping force of the wind.

"The process of 'creating' allows me to escape some of the madness and aggression in our world. Should the finished work portray the calm, balance & simplicity I seek, I am content".

Rick's unique works reflect his love of human and natural forms and his deep understanding of this warm organic medium. His works are to be found in private, corporate, and government collections in New Zealand and throughout the World.


Artists:
Rick Swain, New Zealand sculptor

Exhibition Title:
"Wood to Bronze"

When:
Opening Reception, Friday May 25, 2007 6:30pm to late. Exhibition continues until Saturday 28 July 2007.

Saturday, 26th May 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 27th May 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 2nd June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 3rd June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 16th June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 17th June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Saturday, 23rd June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
Sunday, 24th June 2007, 12:00 noon to 5:00 pm
All other days by appointment until 28th July 2007

Where:
KORU2
Koru-hk.com Contemporary Art Gallery
16th floor, Unit 1604, Hing Wai Centre
7 Tin Wan Praya Road, Aberdeen, Hong Kong
香港田灣海旁道7號興偉中心16字樓04室
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Guest of Honour:
Mr Julian Ludbrook, New Zealand Consul-General to Hong Kong

Artist in attendance.

Enquiries:
Mark Joyce by phone +852 9120 4264 or by fax +852 2987 8422.
Website: www.koru-hk.com; email: info@koru-hk.com