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Inspired by theories concerning humans' connection to the universe, I have been contemplating on infinity, both bigger and smaller than what the eye can see. Since matter is mostly space, and we now know empty space is full of energy, the way of seeing life, matter and energy goes through a significant shift.

The Appearance of Being series has a double meaning. Firstly, it implies "being" enters the figurative arena; and secondly, what "being" looks like. These are deeply abstract themes and will be interpreted differently by people. I express these themes through senses of fleeting existence and mysterious or haunting forms.

Made from Western Red Cedar, they are laminated using hand planes to true each joining surface. Attention is paid to the grain direction for structural integrity. Here, the grain follows the down-slanting arm part of the sculpture to maintain strength. The surface is the natural wood, smoothed. Coming into direct contact with the piece by holding it and noticing the aroma of the cedar will deepen the viewing experience.



Appearance of Being
-----------------------------

From space to form,
The pulse of existence—
Fleeting, ungraspable.

Capturing nature
For command and inspection—
Alas, we fail,
For we are it.


~ Mike Sasaki 2019
Inspired by theories concerning humans' connection to the universe, I have been contemplating on infinity, both bigger and smaller than what the eye can see. Since matter is mostly space, and we now know empty space is full of energy, the way of seeing life, matter and energy goes through a significant shift.

The Appearance of Being series has a double meaning. Firstly, it implies "being" enters the figurative arena; and secondly, what "being" looks like. These are deeply abstract themes and will be interpreted differently by people. I express these themes through senses of fleeting existence and mysterious or haunting forms.

Made from Western Red Cedar, they are laminated using hand planes to true each joining surface. Attention is paid to the grain direction for structural integrity. Here, the grain follows the down-slanting arm part of the sculpture to maintain strength. The surface is the natural wood, smoothed. Coming into direct contact with the piece by holding it and noticing the aroma of the cedar will deepen the viewing experience.



Appearance of Being
-----------------------------

From space to form,
The pulse of existence—
Fleeting, ungraspable.

Capturing nature
For command and inspection—
Alas, we fail,
For we are it.


~ Mike Sasaki 2019
Inspired by theories concerning humans' connection to the universe, I have been contemplating on infinity, both bigger and smaller than what the eye can see. Since matter is mostly space, and we now know empty space is full of energy, the way of seeing life, matter and energy goes through a significant shift.

The Appearance of Being series has a double meaning. Firstly, it implies "being" enters the figurative arena; and secondly, what "being" looks like. These are deeply abstract themes and will be interpreted differently by people. I express these themes through senses of fleeting existence and mysterious or haunting forms.

Made from Western Red Cedar, they are laminated using hand planes to true each joining surface. Attention is paid to the grain direction for structural integrity. Here, the grain follows the down-slanting arm part of the sculpture to maintain strength. The surface is the natural wood, smoothed. Coming into direct contact with the piece by holding it and noticing the aroma of the cedar will deepen the viewing experience.



Appearance of Being
-----------------------------

From space to form,
The pulse of existence—
Fleeting, ungraspable.

Capturing nature
For command and inspection—
Alas, we fail,
For we are it.


~ Mike Sasaki 2019
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Abstract Wood Sculpture - Appearance of Being No.5 - 2019 - Western Red Cedar Sculpture

Mike Sasaki

Canada

Sculpture, Wood on Wood

Size: 8.3 W x 5.5 H x 5 D in

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Inspired by theories concerning humans' connection to the universe, I have been contemplating on infinity, both bigger and smaller than what the eye can see. Since matter is mostly space, and we now know empty space is full of energy, the way of seeing life, matter and energy goes through a significant shift. The Appearance of Being series has a double meaning. Firstly, it implies "being" enters the figurative arena; and secondly, what "being" looks like. These are deeply abstract themes and will be interpreted differently by people. I express these themes through senses of fleeting existence and mysterious or haunting forms. Made from Western Red Cedar, they are laminated using hand planes to true each joining surface. Attention is paid to the grain direction for structural integrity. Here, the grain follows the down-slanting arm part of the sculpture to maintain strength. The surface is the natural wood, smoothed. Coming into direct contact with the piece by holding it and noticing the aroma of the cedar will deepen the viewing experience. Appearance of Being ----------------------------- From space to form, The pulse of existence— Fleeting, ungraspable. Capturing nature For command and inspection— Alas, we fail, For we are it. ~ Mike Sasaki 2019

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8.3 W x 5.5 H x 5 D in

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Mike Sasaki was born in Toronto, Canada. He graduated from the Bachelor of Design Honours program at York University / Sheridan College in 2005. He lived in Tokyo, Japan for 5 years where he was immersed in traditional and modern Japanese culture. The martial arts philosophies have played an important role in his artistic development. In his search for a hands on approach he has found sculpting in wood a wonderful solution. He is currently living in Metro Vancouver and focusing on the metamorphic line of abstract wood forms.

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