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The
sculptures of Patrick McGannon explore the universal forms and complex relationship
dynamics that make up our everyday lives. The fluid lines of Patrick's sculptures
evoke intuitive impressions of the similarities and commonalities of all life
forms and physical structures, from the emerging seedpod of a flower to emerging
galaxies in the universe. His sculptures are reflective of the struggles of life
itself, where, despite great uncertainty, one is compelled to go forward and to
live. For this reason, many viewers believe his sculptures have "presence,"
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sculptures are reminiscent of the work of Constantin Brancusi and, his one-time
understudy, Isamu Noguchi, in their abstract representation, but which still maintains
widespread recognition of form. Working primarily with alabaster, limestone and
marble, Patrick demonstrates an special sensitivity to volume and mass and the
interplay of voids and protuberances to investigate and express specific types
of human relationships or constructed dynamics and translating those relationships
into forms that communicate their essence. Detailed attention is also given to
textures and colors and how those qualities are perceived and interpreted by a
potential viewer. Patrick sensitivity to nuance allows him to relate his work,
with humor, to the spiritual path along which we all travel. Born
in Connecticut in 1965, Patrick is the youngest of thirteen children. The experience
is growing up in a large family has helped him greatly to develop the witness
consciousness and sharpen his powers of observation, particularly with regard
to complex human relationships and love. Patrick attended Georgetown University,
receiving a BA in Literature in 1987, followed by a Juris Doctor from Georgetown
University Law Center in 1992. Patrick attended The English Gardening School at
the Chelsea Physic Garden in London to study design and horticulture. After designing
gardens in Washington, D.C. and Nantucket, MA, Patrick attended the University
of California, Berkeley, where he received a MFA in Landscape Architecture in
2000. At Berkeley, Patrick had the great good fortune to study sculpture under
long-time Bay Area sculptor, Joe Slusky and Santa Fe-based sculptor Paul Block.
This experience gave meaning and direction to his previous courses of study, setting
him on his path as a sculptor. Patrick lives and works in Chester, CT with his
dog, Rose.
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