FEATURED ARTIST

DAN SCHNEIGER

VERN + VERA is delighted to present a curated selection of Dan Schneiger's unique creations, encompassing wall sculptures, table sculptures, and distinctive lighting pieces. As an artist deeply rooted in both the architectural and artistic spheres, Schneiger crafts his works at the intersection of these disciplines, blending the structural with the aesthetic. His journey as an architect during the digital revolution deeply influenced his artistic process, leading him to embrace hands-on methods and materials that defy the conventional, digitally driven design paradigm.

Based in Miami, Florida, Dan Schneiger is an esteemed American artist known for his innovative approach to sculpture and design. His works are a testament to the harmony between art and architecture, each piece a dialogue with the iconic 20th-century masters like Louise Nevelson and Paul Evans. Schneiger’s abstract sculptures resonate with the principles of Brutalism and Cubism, employing architectonic, block-like forms to forge compositions that are both organic and subtly biomorphic.

One of the hallmark traits of Schneiger's sculptures is his use of metallic finishes, which give the appearance of bronze while being crafted from lightweight materials. This technique not only showcases his mastery over materiality but also challenges perceptions of weight and density.

Schneiger’s architectural background is evident in his work, which includes not just sculpture but also furniture and lighting. He utilizes a wide range of materials—wood, plaster, resin, rubber, pigment, and found objects—with a significant portion of each sculpture incorporating construction debris, thus preventing it from ending up in landfills. These materials are assembled like building blocks to form geometric shapes that evoke architectural maquettes, suggesting monolithic structures, intricate cityscapes, or evocative rock formations.

Dan Schneiger possesses a keen sense of weight, balance, and patina, driving him to produce pieces that are unmistakably architectural yet distinctly handcrafted. Through his art, he explores the symbiotic relationship between art and architecture, as well as the tension between the advancements in technology and the timeless value of manual craft. VERN + VERA invites you to immerse yourself in the captivating world of Dan Schneiger, where structural design and artistic expression converge in a breathtaking display of form and substance.