When we think offamous sculptures, stark, white marble is usually what comes to mind.
This unique approach has a startling effect.
Each figure appears suspended in time, completely still and alone with their own thoughts.
Most figures have their eyes half or entirely closed, as if they are trapped in a dream.
This moment of stillness contrasts greatly with their outfits.
Belgian artist Hans Op de Beeck creates mesmerizing figurative sculptures.
He uses a monochrome gray color palette.
The smooth gray also appears to suspend each sculpture in an air of stillness.
Many of the characters seem trapped in solitude and silence, prompting reflection.
