Jordan Sprigg sculpts by welding pieces of scrap metal. Drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom, he creates larger-than-life sculptures of endangered creatures portrayed in their most fierce and powerful forms. Sprigg’s choice of materials is just as considered. “Some of the metal pieces are over 100 years old, from the early settlers of where I’m from,” he says. “Using discarded equipment, I’m able to highlight the history of the area.” By removing waste metal from landfills, he’s also preventing it from contaminating the soil and water. Visit jordanspriggsculptures.com.au to see more of his work. Footage by Jordan Sprigg Sculptures was used in the creation of this film.
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