Shawn Kolodny

Shawn Kolodny is a contemporary artist based in Miami and New York, born in 1971.1 He is known for creating large-scale installations for cultural institutions and private residences around the world over the past 15 years.12

Artistic Style and Focus

Kolodny's work primarily explores:

1. The beauty and geometric synergies of the natural world
2. Our relationship to our innermost thoughts

His signature style involves creating playful works made of reflective steel spheres.1 These spheres capture symmetry, volume, and balance present in both nature and design. Kolodny's installations are often site-specific and shapeshifting, constructing kinetic and immersive environments for viewers.1

Education and Background

Kolodny received his Bachelor of Industrial Design from Syracuse University.3 He is not only an artist but also an entrepreneur, currently living and working in Miami, Florida.3

Artistic Mediums

While primarily known for his installations, Kolodny is versatile in his artistic approach:

• Sculptor
• Painter
• Printmaker4

Recognition and Collaborations

Kolodny's innovative style has gained international recognition, leading to collaborations with notable brands such as:

• House of Creed
• Missoni
• Four Seasons
• Pharrell's Something In The Water Festival1

He is represented by William Morris Endeavor, a testament to his growing prominence in the art world.1