River Run

ARTIST: Craig Snyder

Price $9,200

Personal Statement

• Craig was bitten by the metal bug in the early 2000s and has since completed numerous sculptures and public art commissions. He works primarily with steel, stainless steel, brass, copper, aluminum, stone, and wood, often combining materials to create durable, visually engaging works suited for public environments. Color plays an important role in his practice, with paint and vibrant patinas used to create strong visual presence and long-term appeal. Craig is drawn to sculpture for its clarity and directness, and he strives to create work that is approachable, engaging, and accessible to a broad audience. He values public art for its ability to exist in everyday life, where people can encounter it organically and build their own connections to it over time. His goal is to create memorable, site-responsive work that contributes positively to the shared civic space.

Sculpture Statement

• Tumbling flows of rushing water push their way to the sea. The river runs wild and imbues the land with myriad topographies. To be free like the river.

• Dimensions: 3' x 4' x 8'
• Weight: 450 pounds
• Materials: Steel, stainless steel, aluminum, cedar welded and bolted together; Use shou sugi-ban (Japanese technique for charring wood) and a transparent patina.

The Delano Annual Sculpture Walk is made possible through the efforts and grants from: