The interplay between exploration and heritage lies at the heart of Spencer Hansen's artistic journey. His childhood in rural Idaho cultivated an intricate relationship with familial tradition, while his nomadic nature exposed him to diverse landscapes.
Spencer has been living and working part time in Bali since 2007, where he co-created his main workshop and studio. Within his studio, he collaborates with Indonesian artisans to experiment with and refine processes, spanning from woodcarving to ceramics, metalworking to design. His reverence for a handmade approach and his own interest in exploring new processes creates an ever-evolving connection between his team and his creations.
His interest in sharing an experience through technical resonance plays a crucial role in his choice of medium, which consists mostly of natural materials. His intentional approach culminates in multimedia sculptures that evoke an otherworldly tenderness within viewers, embodying personas that encompass elements of his playful imagination.
Colossal, Mysterious Creatures Emerge in Recycled Material by Spencer Hansen
https://www.thisiscolossal.com/2022/11/spencer-hansen-sculptures/
METAL MAGAZINE, Spain
https://metalmagazine.eu/en/post/spencer-hansen
Orion, The Strange and Wonderful Creatures of Spencer Hansen
https://www.orionmagazine.org/article/spencer-hansen-sculpture-art/
Stirpad, Skye Gallery explores Spencer Hansen’s surreal universe through ‘Tethered Worlds’
ARTRABBIT, Tethered Worlds Spencer Hansen x Skye Gallery
https://www.artrabbit.com/events/tethered-worlds-spencer-hansen-x-skye-gallery