Visual artist Philip Gamblen’s works seem to speak a language of their own. The former gem cutter from Canada, specializes in the use of mechanics, electronics and robotics to create interactive art that is largely informed by technology and science. Phil has also been increasingly using robotics in his artworks and has been refining his skill in machine making as well as electronic control systems.
The artist (well-known for his public art) who has been using steel in his artworks for almost 25 years has now began introducing a variety of national stones as well. “I began working with stones since last year as I thought the works needed another element. I just went for something that was completely natural, needed heaviness as well as something solid and stone seem the best option as they are from nature and embodies a part of us as well,” he says confessing that in public art project, one needs materials that are robust and long lasting. “I did wood carving when I was younger but you can’t create public sculptures in wood so much as they detoriate, so I moved into creating works in steel and aluminium.”