Joyce Lovelace checks in with North Carolina sculptor Hoss Haley.

Seven artists explore the magic of combining multiple parts into a whole...

Though he says he's easily bored, John Bisbee finds nails endlessly fascinating.

Shenequa A. Brooks' synthetic hair sculptures.

What's in the box?

Wax/Surf Co.'s artful boards...

Christopher Marley's Limited Aesthetica...

Steven Siegel's work challenges our idea of permanence - and our place on the planet.

From fantastical metal sculptures to captivating fiber works, Mariko Kusumoto's artwork entices us to look closer.

On their farm and in the studio, Rowland and Chinami Ricketts are carrying forward indigo traditions.

Readers share their most unusual materials...

Behind the scenes at the 500-acre Storm King Art Center...

Are you a risk-taker?

Therman Statom takes his creative process into the world, donating his time and talents to cultivate others’ well-being.

Nicki Marx’s feather works enjoy another day in the sun.

Aya Oki's playful, plump glass...

School supplies are surprising and inventive art materials. Here are seven artists who make the grade.

John Lopez had a career in classical bronze casting before scrap-metal sculpture caught his attention.