The Guardian

The Guardian, created by Damian Vick in 2020, is a stunning sculpture that symbolises the bond between humanity and nature.

Located adjacent to Hillsview Recreation Reserve in South Morang, this artwork reminds us of the delicate beauty of our environment and our responsibility to protect it.

Crafted from corten steel, galvanised steel, timber, and aluminium, The Guardian stands as a testament to the serene and profound impact of the natural world on our well-being. Vick's work, emerging from a background in graphic design, seamlessly integrates metal, timber, and natural materials to create a landscape that is both bold and lyrical.

Visit The Guardian to experience its calming presence and reflect on the beauty and fragility of nature.

  

Sculpture information

Artwork name: The Guardian

Artist name: Damian Vick

Location: 100 The Great Eastern Way, South Morang (adjacent to Hillsview Recreation Reserve)

Date: 2020

Finish: Galvanised, painted and rusted

Material: 2mm corten steel, galvanised steel, timber, aluminium

Size: 2200 mm x 5000 mm x 4000 mm

 

About the artist

Damian Vick is a leading Melbourne based artist, working predominantly in sculpture and installation.

Emerging from a background in graphic design, his search for a more expressive and physical medium led him to focus his energy and passion for metal, engineering and craftsmanship in 2008.

The natural world, its patterns and underlying principles constitute a major theme in his work. Using metals, timber and other natural materials, Damian's aesthetic explores a landscape that ranges from bold and structured to lyrical and organic.

Learn more about Damian Vick on his website.

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