Tom Claassen

Sculptor Tom Claassen (1964) seeks the essence of form in his sculptures. By showcasing the archetypal characteristics of people, animals, and objects, he provides just enough clues for the viewer to recognize the representation. Their often large sizes ensure that you cannot miss them as a viewer. They often have round, soft shapes and are mostly made from hard materials such as bronze, wood, aluminum, plastic, and concrete. Besides being humorous, the sculptures are also often endearing, clumsy, and sometimes tragic.