Michelle Vara

8” X 6”, Repurposed material, welded & painted in epoxy

2002
108”h x 53”d x 53”l, welded steel & galvanized finish
Artist inquiry into relationships especially between mothers and their daughters

8” x 2”
Reclaimed Metal welded and finished in enamel.
Metal sculpture made with a pipe cutter, valve stop, and supporting found pieces painted with red enamel for the commentary on lead and value. The sculpture reflects on Michelle's travels across country and inquiry into indigenous peoples and/or tribes, works in conjunction with Vara’s expanded series of Kachina Jewelry Sculpture.

2000
108”h x 83”d x 102”
Welded steel I beam raw
After deep contemplation through philosophical readings the sculpture piece called “Life” was created. The work is made from reclaimed metal of a house trailer that metaphorically winks at human culture and ecology.

2010
11.5h x 8”d x 13.5”l
Stainless steel, Iron with geode stone slab

2011
Sculpture No.54, 25”h x 8” round
Metal, found objects, computer circuit board, finished in raw rust.
Name meaning-someone who uses the power they gain from enlightenment to help others.

Sculpture furniture No.64, 23” h x 36” l
Table- wrought iron, steel, found objects, The peach piece is a metal locker from the NY City Ballet Company dressing room, finished in clear. Stone top: Typhoon Green Origin: India one of the rarer granites with metaphysical properties. This piece of stone is unique with varying colors of pastel and translucent offering a unique and magnificent pattern. Name meaning- Italian for ease or leisure. Name for dancers- A series of exercises that follow the center practice. Sold: Private Collection Sunny. Photo Credit: Jim McLaughlin

2011
Sculpture No. 69_ 12” x 12”
Mechanical electric part, springs, bullet chain, Fools Gold stone. Sold: Collection of Amanda Finneran

2015
Sculpture No. 122_ 80”h x 20”d x 28”w
Automotive parts welded and finished in paint and wax

2017
Sculpture No.142_ 16”h x 16”w x 5”d
Used pistons welded and finished in a wax