Paul Villinski is a New York-based sculptor whose work explores themes of metamorphosis, environmental consciousness, and the poetics of flight. Over the past three decades, Villinski has become widely recognized for his ability to transform discarded and repurposed materials into works of profound visual and symbolic resonance. Drawing upon his experience as a pilot and his long-standing interest in ecology, recovery, and the human condition, his practice reimagines objects of waste as agents of beauty and elevation.Best known for his iconic butterfly installations—delicately cut from reclaimed aluminum cans—Villinski creates immersive environments that appear suspended in time and space. These works engage both the viewer and their surroundings, offering meditative experiences that evoke notions of impermanence, renewal, and transcendence. His material choices are intentional, reflecting a commitment to sustainability and a reverence for the overlooked or forgotten.Villinski’s work has been featured in numerous solo and group exhibitions across the United States and is held in prominent public and private collections. His large-scale commissions and site-specific installations have been presented in institutions such as the McNay Art Museum, the Museum of Arts and Design, and the National Museum of American History, among others.Through a practice that merges craft, concept, and emotional gravity, Paul Villinski invites us to consider the possibilities that exist within transformation—and the quiet, persistent beauty that can emerge from loss.

Medium: Sculpture

Materials: Wood, Aluminum, Stainless Steel Wire, Flashe

Dimensions: 13 x 15 inches

Frame: Not Applicable

Condition: Excellent

Signature: Signed

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