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Steve Kost
Steve Kost (born 1970s) is an American metal artist known for creating sculptures using scrap and upcycled materials. His work often incorporates typewriter parts, sewing machine components, and farming tools, reflecting themes of movement and symmetry. Kost's art has been exhibited in several regional and national venues, particularly within veteran-focused art events and institutions.
Early Life and Career
Kost began creating metal art in 2015, repurposing components from dismantled typewriters and sewing machines. He previously served as a U.S. Navy Seabee and worked as an ironworker in Chicago, experiences that provided him with welding and metalworking skills. His decision to explore scrap metal art was influenced by his experiences during military service in Mogadishu, Somalia.
Artistic Development
Using basic tools such as a 110v stick welder and an angle grinder, Kost initially produced small sculptures before expanding to larger pieces. In 2018, his work was publicly exhibited for the first time at a Chicago veterans' art show. Since then, his sculptures have been displayed in several exhibitions and festivals, often focusing on themes related to veterans' experiences and mental health.
Exhibitions and Installations
Kost's work has been shown in venues including:
- Illinois State Museum
- Library of Congress[1]
- Joliet Historical Society
- National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
- ScrapFest Metal Art Festival in Lansing, Michigan[2]
In 2024, a sculpture by Kost was featured on the Google search homepage for Veterans Day[3] and installed at Google’s Public Sector building in Reston, Virginia.
His public installation, The Heavy Heart, is a 7-foot by 9-foot angel wing sculpture made from farming tools and local implements. It is located in Yorkville, Illinois, and serves as a memorial for departed loved ones.
Musical Work
Kost is also a drummer for the band The Seventh Sons and is endorsed by Gio Cymbals[4], a small cymbal manufacturer. His musical background parallels his interest in rhythm and movement, which are recurring elements in his visual art.