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Dancing welder with sculpture
Welder and steel fabricator Mike Dennis mimics metal dancing sculptures in his Birmingham workshop. He adopts the pose of the dancing figures. First published The Independent Date: circa 1987
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Media ID 19533979
© Philip Dunn / Mary Evans Picture Library
1987 Dennis Eighties Mike Mimic Movement Pose Weld Welding Worker Workshop Imitate
21"x14" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Discover the captivating world of fine art with Media Storehouse's exquisite range of prints. This striking image captures the unique fusion of art and industry, as welder Mike Dennis mirrors the graceful poses of metal dancing sculptures in his Birmingham workshop. Originally published in The Independent in the late 1980s, this rights-managed print from Mary Evans Prints Online offers a rare glimpse into a bygone era. Add this intriguing piece to your collection and bring a touch of timeless creativity to your space.
21x14 image printed on 27x20 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 53.3cm x 35.5cm (21" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 68.6cm x 50.8cm (27" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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In this photograph, taken in the late 1980s, Mike Dennis, a skilled welder and steel fabricator from Birmingham, England, is seen gracefully mimicking the poses of metal dancing sculptures in his workshop. The image, published in The Independent, captures a rare moment of creativity and self-expression in an otherwise industrial setting. Dennis, with his welding torch in hand and a mask covering his face, expertly imitates the fluid movements and poses of the abstract sculptures that surround him. His body language mirrors the curves and angles of the metal structures, creating a striking visual connection between the artist and his artwork. The photograph, taken during the 1980s, is a testament to the unique intersection of art and industry during this era. The decade was marked by a renewed interest in experimental and unconventional forms of artistic expression, and Dennis's improvisational dance with metal reflects this trend. The workshop, filled with the warm glow of welding torches and the sound of sparks flying, serves as the perfect backdrop for this performance. The rough, textured surfaces of the metal sculptures contrast sharply with Dennis's smooth, fluid movements, adding to the visual intrigue of the scene. This photograph is a reminder that even in the most unexpected places, creativity and artistry can flourish. Mike Dennis's impromptu dance with metal is a beautiful example of how art can be found in the most industrial of settings and how even the most mundane tasks can be transformed into something extraordinary.
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