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Dan Medina
Dan Medina's award-winning artistic genius has proven that
he possesses genuine God-given talents. A self-taught illustrator,
painter, and sculptor, Dan has earned numerous awards in a
variety of acclaimed state competitions, including the prestigious
City of Los Angeles Bicentennial Award.
Strongly influenced by artists of the Renaissance period,
such as Leonardo Da Vinci and Michelangelo, Dan also attributes
some of his artistic influence to his close association with
artist Christopher Pardell. " I envision sculpting as
an exciting three-dimensional extension of my illustrations.
The ability to create overpowers me, whether it pertains to
science or the arts."
Before creating any new work, Dan thoroughly researches his
subject. Dan takes this often overlooked step in order to
ensure the authenticity and undeniable sense of motion that
is found in each of his magnificent sculptures. "To portray
emotion and form in metal...that is the essence of art,"
says Medina, "It all starts in the mind." As the
image begins to form in his thoughts, Dan will create a preliminary
sketch to work from. Only when he is satisfied with the two-dimensional
image, will he then begin to sculpt.
Dan's work reflects the fact that his purpose in art is to
express the human experience. "I want to incorporate
the feeling of hope, and search the other side of our physical
existence." Further demonstrating his passion for art,
Dan feels that "the power to encompass human emotion,
and even dreams, in a work of art is what I live for."
Dan currently serves as Legends Art Director and continues
to provide significant support to the Legends foundry through
his invaluable research and development efforts.
"I envision sculpting as an exciting three-dimensional
extension of my illustrations. The ability to create overpowers
me, whether it pertains to science or the arts."-----
-Dan Medina
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