(HUDSON, N.Y.) – A solo exhibition of sculpture and etchings by Stephen Reynolds at John Davis Gallery (362½ Warren Street) opens on Thursday, March 27, 2014, and runs through April 20. There will be a reception for the artist on Saturday, March 29, at 6 p.m.

Composed principally of wood and steel, Stephen Reynolds’ sculptures reference architecture, anatomy and scientific instruments. He employs contrasts between the warm imperfection of the archaic and handmade with the cold and rational precision of modern machine-made objects. In these pieces, fabrication processes that pre-date the Middle Ages such as forged steel are combined with references to 20th century scientific and architectural objects.

It is in the practical object, where intellect and material merge, that Reynolds finds inspiration. The process of making is revealed by welded metal seams and rough-hewn wooden surfaces referring to the beauty of practical, functional objects where appearances are often secondary. The use of dissimilar materials and abrupt transitions between parts suggest ambiguous narratives, allowing a multiplicity of interpretations while always celebrating the beauty of utility.

Gallery hours are Thursday through Monday, 11-5p.m