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Celebrating Community Through Sculpture: Dance in Place Arrives in Burlington
Christopher Kojzar’s newest work, Dance in Place, has officially been installed in downtown Burlington, Vermont—bringing with it both beauty and meaning. This vibrant sculpture is more than a striking addition to the cityscape; it’s a tribute to Burlington’s queer...
Civitas: From Fabrication to Installation
We recently had the honor of bringing artist Blessing Hancock’s latest work, Civitas, to life—a 14-foot stainless steel sculpture now installed at the Lewisville Public Safety Building in Lewisville, Texas. The process began in our shop, where every curve...
Digitally Light as a Feather: A New Chapter with Grainger McKoy
Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of working alongside artist Grainger McKoy, helping bring many of his remarkable sculptures from concept to reality. This week, we welcomed him back to our facility with his latest creation, “3 Feathers on the Breath of God.”...
Client Spotlight: Sculpting in Motion with Richard Stravitz
Over the years, we’ve had the opportunity to work closely with sculptor Richard Stravitz and his gallery—helping bring many of his works from initial clay models to finished bronze. Each project with Richard is not only a technical endeavor, but a creative...
Spotlight: “Love Pyramid” by Steve Simmons – A Celebration of Connection in Steel
This week in the studio, we had the pleasure of welcoming back artist Steve Simmons, a longtime collaborator whose creative vision we’ve had the honor of helping bring to life through numerous public artworks over the years. His return inspired us to revisit one of...
Preserving History: Onsite Conservation of “Gathering at the Crossroads”
Public art is more than just a visual landmark—it’s a cultural touchstone, a reflection of shared stories, and a symbol of identity for the communities it inhabits. That’s why ongoing care and conservation are essential. This week, our team traveled to Harrisburg, PA...
Welcoming Artist Lee Aks and His Newest Work, Balance, to the Studio
We were thrilled to recently welcome longtime clients—and dear friends—Lee Aks and his wife, Gail, back to the studio. Their visit marked the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Lee’s artistic journey as we prepare to mold and cast his latest sculpture, Balance...
Behind the Scenes: Fabricating “Fearless Guardians,” a Powerful Memorial Tribute
Our fabrication team is hard at work bringing Fearless Guardians to life—a bold and moving memorial wall designed by Becky Ault and Mike Cunningham of ART Design Group, produced for Cynthia Haffey of Platform Art. This memorial honors the spirit of protection and...
‘Liberation Point’ D-Day memorial at the Army War College
At ART Research Enterprises, we are proud to be part of projects that preserve and commemorate the defining moments of our nation’s history through public art. One such meaningful contribution is the creation of sculptures honoring the soldiers who fought for freedom...