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Gilberto M. Sanchez—Mixed-Material Sculptures

Aug 30, 2020 05:13PM ● By Daniela Jaeger

Gilberto M. Sanchez works with a variety of materials to create stunning indoor and outdoor sculptures.

 Self-taught sculptor Gilberto M. Sanchez, who was born in El Salvador, creates life-sized unique pieces using a variety of materials. He makes sculptures of fish, owls, dogs and humans with emotions and expressions. “I like to unleash my inner child—and on some, I touch on serious topics,” says Sanchez.

 

He had worked as a carpenter and handyman, using a lot of Bondo putty for auto body and wood repairs. Because of a work accident in 2016, Sanchez began to invest more time in his art.
He first restored a few pieces and then decided to make his
own, noting, “Now I work on my art every day.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Center for the Arts Bonita Springs, 26100 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs, 239-495-8989; artcenterbonita.org