Charles Ray
1953
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Quotes
Biography
Charles Ray is a renowned American sculptor known for his large-scale, hyper-realistic sculptures that challenge perceptions of space and form. Born in 1953 in Chicago, Ray's work often involves reimagining everyday objects and body parts, creating unexpected and thought-provoking pieces. He has exhibited widely across the world, with his works eliciting awe and contemplation among viewers.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I'm interested in forms that are almost codified in a culture. I appreciate those kinds of things because they carry a metaphoric weight.
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I think a lot of art comes out of constructing a frame.
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When I make a sculpture, I think of a person and ask myself, 'How can I make this?'
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I'm interested in the relationship between representation and the physical object.
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Art is physical so that you have at least a rough idea of the time it takes to make a piece and a feel of the hours that go into it.