PUBLIC INSTALLATIONS

What Does the Nose Know?

‘What Does the Nose Know?’ is currently exhibited at the Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, BC. This thought-provoking sculpture critiques the invasive "nosiness" of corporations that collect and exploit personal data to manipulate our lives through social media. 

The dark sunglass lenses symbolize the secrecy and paranoia that permeates government, military, and corporate industries, reinforcing the notion that Big Brother is constantly watching.

By harvesting big data, corporations analyze our behaviors, beliefs, and biases, using this information to influence us as consumers and voters. The sculpture raises the unsettling question: Why do we lack control over the use of “Big Data”? Our privacy and freedom are increasingly at risk because we do not know exactly what the "Nose Knows”.

Berzerkatroid Dragon

Berzerkatroid Dragon (2017) is a towering, interactive art piece crafted from recycled curved stainless steel tubing. This giant, rideable dragon features a pilot seat, complete with addressable LED lighting, a fog machine, and a drum device for added engagement. Most striking are its propane-powered flame effects, which shoot flames up to five feet from its jaws. The installation also includes nine musical propane flame effects, creating a dramatic visual and auditory experience.

Berzerkatroid Dragon was exhibited at Lumiere in Vancouver in 2018, as well as at various venues in Vancouver, Burnaby, and Victoria. Available for exhibition or rental, this piece adds a thrilling and immersive spectacle to any event or installation.

Falling Snow

For the Luminescence Show in March 2016 at Deer Lake Gallery in Burnaby, BC, Ron designed and funded an impressive infinity mirror room installation. Working alongside his brother John, they spent two weeks constructing false walls, positioning large mirrors, and installing LED strips to create the immersive experience. Steven Smethurst added custom LED programming, mimicking the effect of gently falling snow.

The installation was an immediate success, captivating visitors for the four months it remained on display. 

We can recreate an installation of the same caliber as those showcased in major galleries worldwide.