Toledo Area Sculptors Guild

The Toledo Area Sculptors Guild (TASG) was founded in 1983 by a small group of sculptors that meet in a bronze casting course at the Toledo Museum of Art. Since 2005, TASG has collaborated with the Village of Gibsonburg for a yearly outdoor sculpture exhibition. The sculptors included in Flatlanders Art Galleries’ exhibition:

Suzanne Bebers-Pillarelli – combines metalwork with ”kuultokudoksia” weaving. With its origins unknown, the weaving is an ancient art form. Inlaid fibers create a colorful composition that includes sections of transparency.

Patsy Camp – creates abstract paintings that reach beyond surface tension to bring the viewer into the moment of sophisticated use of color and brush stroke to evoke the dimensions of emotions as indicated by strong use of movement.

Ian Dawson – Its challenging and rewarding to transform my ideas using fire and heat. Recent sculptures incorporate both metal and glass. Every piece reflects the joy of my making it.

James Havens –believes that art is a positive force for humanity, to be freely shared, encouraged and enjoyed. He creates enduring sculptures that speak to the highest aspirations of the human spirit.

Todd Kime –from architecture to art, a passion for the creative drives my work. Using a wide spectrum of materials in various genres of art, I create art for other’s enjoyment. A sense of whimsy is always prevalent in my work. Art allows me to share my passion.

Julia LaBay –uses artistic practice explores the intersection of everyday life and material culture, focusing on the role of tools and technology in shaping human experience. By integrating a wide range of materials and processes, LaBay creates works that prompt viewers to consider the hidden beauty in the ordinary.

Hannah Lehmann – uses a variety of art media to explore themes involving natural resources, labor, consumption, history and human emotion.

Kristin Pinelli – I look at nature as an abundant source of inspiration. Encaustic painting is an exercise in patience, to let go while accepting the wax is full of surprises. Being able to express myself through this medium is satisfying.

David Smiczek - I love to explore perspective in my sculptures. A three-dimensional form in the round allows for the opportunity to not just provide another viewpoint on the same object, but also to see something new and surprising.

Joel R. Washing – I have a need to create physical, tangible objects. Ideas and emotions are translated from mind to world through my fingers, hands, and arms. Like the life sustaining need to take in breath, I must create to stave off emotional death.

Jack Wilson – makes personalized creations for people seeking distinct sculpture and metal work. Originally inspired by Alexander Calder and Samuel Yellin, Jack often helps clients with their requests for creations in the style of Frank Lloyd Wright.