MiCHAeL van dAm
Mike is an award-winning and internationally recognised artist renowned for his iconic marine and monumental sculptures. His works, placed in prestigious locations like Sydney Harbour, Hayman Island, Israel, and Greece, have received numerous artistic awards. Mike’s highly aesthetic creations have earned him acclaim, with the Rarity Gallery in Mykonos, Greece, praising him as “one of the most innovative and eminent contemporary realist and hyper-realist international artists.” His sculptures captivate audiences worldwide, reflecting his exceptional talent and dedication to the arts.
Synergy
Synergy: ‘Working together to create something greater than someone alone could do’. Individual links welded together to create larger links, which are stronger together. Much like individuals, families or groups working together are stronger to create a solid and caring community.
What role does location or environment play in your sculptures?
Location plays a large part of creating a piece. A sculpture that will be located near the coast will have a distinctive marine feel. I try to make my sculptures blend in and complement the environment.
How do you feel when you see people interacting with your sculptures?
I enjoy watching, and listening, to people talk about my sculptures, especially when they don’t know that I am the artist. I feel it gives a true representation of what people think about my pieces.
Come and see for yourself at SWELL Sculpture Festival, Pacific Parade, Currumbin 6th – 15th September.