ABOUT THE WORK

It is said that sculpture is more palpable than painting, its images less elusive due to the physical space it occupies; a feat that flat canvases cannot fully achieve. Yet Cacnio’s sculptural practice lures us beyond the simple facts of height and width. The brass in his sculpture celebrates the richness of color like precious material. Brass gave his sculptures a bright high note as it draws attention to the exquisitely shaped form, not so much decorative but elegant and graceful form. The detail in this particular piece speaks volumes regarding Cacnio’s technical and conceptual skill. The woman’s face is poignantly rendered, giving her facial expressions a palpable sense of depth and humanity. While the unique motifs and patterns on her dress can be seen as a testament to Cacnio’s creativity given that it showcases both simplicity in form but complexity in skill. There are times when sculpture seems to be so distant from its audience. In the case of Michael Cacnio, the opposite is true. His works are deeply personal and yet are a three dimensional celebration of the everyday to which the audience can easily connect to, which is why his works are sought for by collectors.