Ivan Black uses iconic natural shapes to create large-scale metal structures that react to introduction of energy. He utilizes the power of mathematics to design upon the wonderful aesthetic rules of nature and to build sculptures with many layers of complexity that twist and turn in beautiful and unpredictable ways.
Ivan Black’s work uses a series of unique mechanisms to create moving sculptures. His energized artworks have an inherent kinship with nature and they mostly operate with the energy of nature. They can shift and turn by several means; they can be moved by water, wind, or the essential power of human touch.
Square Wave is made up of 24 intricately intertwined metal rods that bend and curl with a simple gust of wind or the flick of a wrist. Through the repetition of these rods, the artwork is calibrated to create a harmonic and fluid motion. One simple twist of a hand can bring the structure to life, creating a very personal and surprising experience.
Natural geometry and motion is the key design element behind the wonderful sculptures of Ivan Black. He has passion for geometry rooting from his childhood; he is inspired by growth patterns that are in the bone structure of every living thing. It is incredibly fascinating to watch how these sculptures unfurl, turning beautiful order into calibrated chaos.
When Ivan’s sculptures are energized by a motor or a special mechanism, they take an integral and aesthetic part of his creations. His magnetic sculptures are a great example of this design, where the metal pieces get polarised, creating dancing loops of motion. These sculptures often use hidden bearings or exposed magnets that become an essential part of the beauty of his artform.
The dynamic physics of Ivan’s sculptures are captivating. These art pieces invite the viewer to interact and experiment with them, and there are no two people that make these creations move and look the same way.
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Numerous members of our community have reached out to us to inform of us of how Square Wave has helped them heal or cope with a variety of different situations. We want to set aside some time in this blog to discuss some of these personal stories and many of the other therapeutic benefits Square Wave has.