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Every sculpture is entirely one of a kind, created through direct carving and welded construction rather than casting. Whether monumental in scale or intimate in form, his works reflect a deep respect for material and an enduring connection to the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"1350\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThroughout the demonstration, guests will gain insight into the physical and creative process behind sculpture making — from shaping stone to welding steel — while observing the evolution of a work in real time. 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