Above: The TTSC model range is the most compact of all Weber grinding machines
January, 2026- Portland, Oregon-based artists Fez BeGaetz and Heather BeGaetz, were inspired by wildlife they encountered on a visit to The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois. They used digital design software to analyze their detailed drawings and determine the underlying structure and materials needed to fabricate the sculptures. Inside each sculpture is a supporting armature made of sheet metal and connecting rods. The steel used in the sculptures is 80 percent recycled. To make the armatures, steel sheets were cut to a precise shape, held in position by a wooden scaffold, and then welded in place. The creatures will be exhibited at the arboretum through spring 2027.
Photos: Matthew LaFleur
