Artist Statement
This is Zmijewski’s second linked bench system for Art on the Atlanta BeltLine, creating surface designs with both colors influenced by folk art tradition and inspiration from abstract automatic image making. Most of the images and forms have a connection to the natural world, Zmijewski’s primary source of information.
Artist Bio
Harry Zmijewski’s art making is a mandate of nature’s will. He aspires to infuse the viewer’s spirit with humor, happiness and hope. Zmijewski received his MFA in Sculpture from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan and his BFA in Sculpture from the University of Pennsylvania. He is currently a self-employed artist and part owner of HZ-DC Homes, LLC.