Abstract minimalist sculptor Minna Newman Nathanson manipulates 2-D planes to explore the innate geometric order and beauty of 3-D forms. She sometimes places pieces in modular arrangements to reveal the tensions created by spacial relationships. Often led by line—the fold of metal or paper, the movement of wire or tubing, the edge of plexiglass - she also uses the reflections, transparencies, and surfaces of her industrial materials to evoke shifting perceptions. In a lighter vein, she combines objects found on urban streets—patinaed wire and metal detritus—to create witty personalities.
Nathanson, who has shown widely on the east coast in solo, juried, and invitational exhibitions, studied sculpture ar the Corcoran College of Art+Deisgn following study and careers in art history, education and editing/graphic design. Her work is in private, corporate, and institutional collections. She has served on the boards of the Washington Sculptors Group and
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