Stephen Shachtman

As a native to Northern Colorado, Stephen’s current work focuses on simple large-scale forms and their relationship to space. The sculptures, created in a constructivist nature, focus on a play and balance between the dimensional space and that in which the sculpture physically occupies. This focus on dimensional balance and the play of positive of negative space, from both circular and rectangular windows, allows his work to respond to its natural surroundings framing unexpected views and with light and shadow to enhance the viewers experience.

In 2013 Stephen’s sculpture “Bridge” was voted Denver’s best new public art project. Stephen currently is focused on studio work and public art projects after teaching jewelry design at Metro State University and ACC in Denver. Most recently completing a public art project titled Sphere for the City of Fort Collins. Sphere is made up of 865 flag stone blocks when stacked create a 13-ton, eight-foot sphere.  Stephen’s studio is located near downtown Loveland.