Themetal sculpturesof Brazilian artistMichel Torres Costaexude a powerful aura.
At 25, he found himself working as a welder.
To escape the the monotony of his job, he made use of his skills to start sculpting.
Read on for our exclusive interview with the artist.
Courage
What inspired you to become a sculpture artist?
I have always enjoyed drawing since I was a child.
“Courage”
However, during my life I had no incentive to delve deeper into it.
Power
What does your creative process look like?
My creative process begins with insights that arise from some reference, inspiration, or even from everyday life.
“Power”
That’s how the idea is born.
Horse
How do you go for the subject you’ll be depicting in your sculptures?
Prosperity
You use a lot of upcycled materials in your art.
“Horse”
Do you come across them or look for them with an idea in mind?
I buy scrap metal from scrap yards.
I have some standard materials: like nuts, bolts, steel wire.
“Prosperity”
When I see the material and the idea comes to me, I can put it into practice.
Liberty
How long does it take you to create your sculptures?
The execution time depends on the creative process, but varies from 15 to 45 days on average.
“Liberty”
Eagle Head
Do you have a favorite piece, or one that you’re particularly proud of?
Yes, my favorite piece isCourage, a horse in armor.
What do you hope people take away from your work?
“Eagle Head”
I hope they see transformation.
Just as I transform metals into art, I hope they look at themselves and seek inner resignification.
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