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Penguins in the Snow is a whimsical, family-friendly outdoor sculpture featuring a large adult Emperor Penguin standing beside a baby penguin.
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Growing up in a secluded wooded environment, I learned early on in my life that all creatures play an important role. It is no surprise that these early encounters would be reflected in my artwork through large scale depictions of animals, insects, and landscapes. I continued to expand on this idea by representing the relationships that are shared between humanity and the environment. I often use light, sound, and texture to create a multi-sensory experience. It is my goal to connect with the viewer through their senses so that they are no longer viewing the art, they are experiencing the art.
Artist Craig Merchant works and resides in Ada, Michigan. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Michigan in 2010 where he studied painting, mixed-media, sculpture, and installation. Examples of previous work include a permanent outdoor installation at Briggs Park, as well as outdoor sculptures displayed during World of Winter, ArtPrize, and more. He has participated in ArtPrize twelve times, earning 5th place for Time Based art in 2015 and three additional Top-25 achievements. In addition, he was commissioned to create a sculpture for the United States Embassy in Botswana, Africa. Craig’s artwork is primarily nature-focused, exploring the relationships shared between humanity and the environment.www.craigrhyan.com
