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Greg Stirling Art

Fine Art, Paintings, and Sculpture.

"I am passionate about world peace and preserving our planet!"

Mr. Stirling has for four decades, produced hundreds of abstract and impressionist paintings, in 2016 he entered the world of kinetic sculpture. The media and methods are very familiar - as Greg has, for the past 40 years successfully designed and built complex robotics and factory automation equipment. "These creations represent mans futile attempt to imitate and control nature - while respecting its vulnerability and complexity" These art pieces are available for acquisition or rental in Northern California and worldwide. These pieces are currently on display by appointment at his home/studio/gallery...Contact Greg Stirling for more information: (408) 482-3932 gregstir@yahoo.com www.GregStirlingArt.com

Manta Ray

This is the "Manta Ray" Kinetic Sculpture by Greg Stirling - a scale model inspired by the grace and beauty of the original Manta Ray. The Manta Ray grows to a wingspan of 23 feet and consumes small fish and plankton. It also has the largest brain of any fish in the sea. This unit has fifty-four ribs which emulate the soothing motion of the Manta Ray flying through water. The Manta Ray can be presented on a desktop or wall mounted using mounting holes in the base. The drive includes an off-the-shelf DC gearmotor, ball bearings, brass spur gears and dual camshafts. It Includes a wall jack and adjustable speed control. Unit is very quiet at low speed. Materials are: HDPE, polished brass, stainless steel, aluminum, and black walnut. Completed February 2023. Wingspan is 38" x 24" long and 13" tall. Weight is 30 pounds. Contact Greg Stirling: (408) 482-3932 gregstir@yahoo.com www.gregstirlingart.com

Revolution

Revolution was a commission for 'Ripley's Believe It Or Not' museum. Ripley's supplied the concept and the Face media. Revolution was built from roller chain and over 72 sprockets. The chain is driven by two stepper motors. 72"H x 72"W x 24"D. Materials are steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, 110vac receptacle and cord. Completed September 2021.

Spiromania

This is the third in a series of kinetic sculptures inspired by circular motion. Its surreal nature and mesmerizing spiral motion produces a calming and hypnotic effect. This sculpture can run at slower speeds if desired. 17"H x 28"W x 19"D. Materials are aluminum, steel, and black walnut burlwood. Completed March 2017.

Jellyfish

This is the first in a series of kinetic sculptures built around circular motion. Its irregular motion resembles the movements of a sea creature and is so named Jellyfish. 41"H x 36"W x 18"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, and black walnut. Completed June 2016.

Wormhole

This is the second in a series of kinetic sculptures based on the circular movement. Its irregular motion resembles the movements of a worm and is so named Wormhole. 43"H x 38"W x 19"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, and black walnut. Completed November 2016.

Bird Of Prey

This piece is known as Bird Of Prey, it imitates the motion of the same. It is also a metaphor for military might, fueled by necessity and overwhelmed buy its own complexity. It took over 20 different setups to arrive at this configuration. These art pieces are available for acquisition (or rental in northern California). Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.GregStirlingArt.com 18"H x 42"W x 23"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, nickel plated steel, brass, and walnut. Completed April 2016

Viking Ship

This is the Viking Ship - with fourteen oars and a realistic rowing motion. This art piece is available for sale or rent. Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.Greg StirlingArt.com 33"L x 24"W x 16"H. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, brass and walnut. Completed March 2016.

Seagull

This piece is known as Seagull utilizes a mechanisim which imitates winged flight. The wings are also scale replicas of actual seagulls. These art pieces are available for acquisition (or rental in northern California). Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.Greg StirlingArt.com 19"H x 41"W x 12"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and walnut. Completed January 2016.

Cecropia Moth

Greg was fascinated by insects during his youth. In the fall he would collect caterpillars, feed them maple leaves and in the spring -out would come a newborn Cecropia Moth. Stirling uses turn-of-the-century technology and is inspired by his love of nature. This piece is a scale replica of the Cecropia Moth. These art pieces are available for acquisition or rental in northern California. Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.GregStirlingArt.com 18"H x 32"W x 12"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, and brass. Completed November 2015.

Gypsy Moth

This is the third in a series of kinetic sculptures created by Greg Stirling. He uses turn-of-the-century technology and is inspired by his love of nature. This piece is a scale replica of the Gypsy Moth. This is part of a series of eight pieces each honoring another masterpiece of nature. These art pieces are available for acquisition (or rental in northern California). Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.GregStirlingArt.com 18"H x 32"W x 12"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and walnut. Completed November 2015.

Dragonfly

This is the second in a series of kinetic sculptures created by Greg Stirling. He uses turn-of-the-century technology and is inspired by his love of nature. This piece is a scale replica of the Dragonfly. This is part of a series of eight pieces each honoring another masterpiece of nature. These art pieces are available for acquisition (or rental in northern California). Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.GregStirlingArt.com 18"H x 32"W x 12"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and walnut. Completed November 2015.

Tiger Moth

This is the first in a series of kinetic sculptures created by Greg Stirling. He uses turn-of-the-century technology and is inspired by his love of nature. This piece is a scale replica of the Tiger Moth. This is part of a series of eight pieces each honoring another masterpiece of nature. These art pieces are available for acquisition (or rental in northern California). Contact Greg Stirling for more information. (408) 482-3932 www.GregStirlingArt.com 18"H x 32"W x 12"D. Materials are stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and walnut. Completed November 2015.