Rudi Buchanan-Strewe
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Working from his studio in Karekare, Auckland, Rudi Buchanan-Strewe produces work in cast bronze, oxidized hand beaten copper and recycled steel. He is skilled in black smithing, metal forging and bronze casting using the lost wax technique. The artist values the traditional artisian nature of these techniques and the fact that they have been practiced for thousands of years. His work is strongly influenced by the natural world around him with a particular emphasis on New Zealand’s unique and distinctive native flora.
Through beating, cutting and shaping, Buchanan-Strewe transforms his metal materials into organic and rambling wall relief sculptures. Buchanan is interested in the contrast between industrial material and natural subject matter. When mounted on the wall his plants cast appealing shadows that further enhance the piece. For some pieces he will accelerate the oxidisation process to create rustic textures on his forms. All Buchanan-Strewe's pieces are one off’s and make for an impressive statement either indoors or outdoors. Rudi Buchanan-Strewe comes from strong artistic pedigree as the son of noteable New Zealand Artist, Dean Buchanan. He has rapidly established his own name and exhibits his work in select galleries in New Zealand. Buchanan-Strewe was awarded the Carmela McHardy Merit Award in steel, and was a finalist in the Clifton Art Awards. |
Strongly influenced by the natural world around him with a particular emphasis on New Zealand’s unique and distinctive native flora. |
Rudi Buchanan-Strewe Works Available At Black Door Gallery
Previously Exhibited At Black Door Gallery
