Atticus Adams' organically composed modern metal sculptures embody the transformative power of art, illustrating the creation of beauty, meaning, and emotional impact from industrial materials. Using mostly aluminum mesh—generally found in screen doors, windows, and filters—he creates contemporary abstract sculptural artworks and installations, that resemble flowers, clouds, and other natural phenomena. Working in metal, Adams feels his way toward the objects that take shape in his mind as he shapes them almost entirely by hand. He effortlessly transforms rigid material into airy, effervescent artworks.
• Contemporary sculpture made of aluminum mesh, acrylic paint, and gesso
• Measures 80 inches high, 39 inches wide, and 4 inches deep. Can also be installed horizontally.
• Ready-to-hang using the metal rings affixed to the back of the artwork
• Certificate of authenticity is included
• Free local Los Angeles area delivery
• Affordable U.S. and international shipping available
Adams grew up in West Virginia, steeped in traditional folk art. Several members of his family are self-taught artists, deeply involved in such crafts as wood carving and quilting. His formal art training includes stints at Yale, Rhode Island School of Design, and Harvard’s School of Architecture. Adams has fond summer memories of screened-in porches back home and screen doors that practically dissolved the barrier between inside and outside, allowing the warmth and nature to permeate each day. This association continues to resonate in his art.
“Metal mesh is a beautiful, flexible material that allows you to explore shadow and transparency in endless ways,” he says. “The material lends itself to these biomorphic shapes, which aren’t necessarily intentional . . . The sculptures seem fragile but are actually quite resilient—like nature itself.”
A well-known sculptor, the organically inspired artworks of Atticus Adams are held in public and private collections and are exhibited in galleries and museums across the United States.
Artspace Warehouse has been representing and exhibiting Atticus Adam's original artworks since 2017. The gallery has been a 1stdibs partner since 2014, with consistently excellent reviews from clients worldwide. The gallery exhibits a large selection of affordable original artworks from established and emerging international artists with diverse backgrounds at high standards. Artspace Warehouse is known to provide accurate descriptions, images, reliable services, communication, and delivery.
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REPRESENTATION
Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, USA
SOLO EXHIBITIONS
2026
Catching Sunbeams From The Porch Swing of Wisteria Castle, The Frick Pittsburgh, PA
Rincon de Ensueno, Etra Galeria, Monterrey Mexico
2025
My Venetian Grotto, Zynka Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
2024
My Blanket In The High Grass, Artspace W, Los Angeles, CA
2021
Seeking Sanctuary, Zynka Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
My Hydrangea Kingdom By a Bird Bath Sea, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Pittsburgh, PA
2018
There’s a Pink Poodle in my Arcadia, The Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Pittsburgh, PA
Summers of Green Apples with Salt, The Westmoreland Museum of American Art, Greensburg, PA
2016
Mesh Werks, Desert Art Collections, Palm Desert, CA
2015
Shapes & Forms, Desert Art Collections, Palm Desert, CA
Mesh Lab: The Experiments, The Mine Factory, Pittsburgh, PA
2014
Skeeter Baby and Other Specimens, Nutting Art Gallery, West Liberty University, WV
Arcadia, BE Galleries, Pittsburgh, PA
2013
Summertime, BE Galleries, Pittsburgh, PA
Joggling Board Summer, Orchard Windows Gallery, New York City, NY
2011
Atticus Adams - An Appalachian in Paris, Borelli-Edwards, Pittsburgh, PA
2010
My Walden, Society of Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA
2007
Atticus Adams, Europ’art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
2004
Joyland, Mineral Spring Lofts, Pawtucket, RI
GROUP EXHIBITIONS
2025
As If Remembered, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
Fresh Face, Rubine Red Gallery, Palm Springs, CA
PRISMS, Walker Fine Art, Denver, CO
Espesor, 54Gallery, Merida, MX
Apertura, 54Gallery, Mexico City, MX
2024
Man’s Shadow, Tamayko Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA
2023
Sing to the Ocean, FP Contemporary, Los Angeles, CA
Evocation, Walker Fine Art, Denver, CO
Credible Thread, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2022
The Line, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2020
110x110x110, AAP Exhibition Space, Pittsburgh, PA
2019
AAP 107th Annual, Westmoreland Museum of American Art, PA
Current, Zynka Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
Organic Subtleties, Walker Fine Art, Denver, CO
3D, Morgan Contemporary Glass Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
2018
Touchstones, Cindy Lisica Gallery, Houston, TX
How to Make Memories, Artspace Warehouse, Los Angeles, CA
2017
Blue, Pittsburgh Center for the Arts, Pittsburgh, PA
Group A NOW, Box Art Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
2016
59th Annual, Chautauqua Institution, NY
AAP 105 Show, Carnegie Museum of Art, Pittsburgh, PA
2015
Summer Show, Art Space 616, Sewickley, PA
Screen Memories, Point Park University, Pittsburgh, PA
AAP 104 Show, Butler Institute of American Art, Youngstown, OH
2014
Flowers, Chautauqua Institution, NY
An Aberrant View, Ann Street Gallery, Newburgh, NY
INSTALLATIONS
2025
Frieze, The Rockefeller Group – Washington DC
Catching Sunbeams, The Frick - Pittsburgh, PA
Appalachian Blues II, Mayo Clinic- Jacksonville, FL
2024
Arcadia In Pink II, Akron Art Museum - Open Studio, OH
2022
Appalachian Blues, Pittsburgh International Airport, PA
2020
Flora Contempo II, Facebook, Pittsburgh, PA
2019
Silver Linings II, The Glass Lofts, Pittsburgh, PA
From the Velveteen Closet, University of Pittsburgh Art Gallery, PA
2018
Around the Pond, Arcadia, The Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, PA
2017
Wall Flora, Pennsylvania Convention Center, Philadelphia, PA
Flora Contempo, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort, Farmington, PA
AWARDS
2018
Pittsburgh Center for the Arts—Artist of the Year
2017
Pittsburgh Artist of the Year Nominee
2016
Carol R. Brown Creative Achievement Award Nominee
2015
Silver & Gold, WAX Jewelry Design Studio, Pittsburgh, PA
2013
Seamonkey Garden, Children’s Museum, Waterplay Room, Pittsburgh, PA
Majorelle Jardin, O’Bannon Oriental Carpets - Windows, Pittsburgh, PA
Anna Marie Sninsky Award, Associated Artists of Pittsburgh
2012
Silver Linings, Dinette, Pittsburgh, PA
2010
Transcendental, Philadelphia Art Alliance, Philadelphia, PA
2009
Gestures 12, Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh, PA
2008
The Kors, Fiber Arts Guild of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
Best In Show, Fiber Arts Guild of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA
2007
STRUNG, FE Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
Best of Pittsburgh Show, Three Rivers Arts Festival, Pittsburgh, PA
Olympic Installation Theatre, Mattress Factory, Pittsburgh, PA
2006
The Chapel, Brew House Space 101 Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
White Room, Unblurred, Pittsburgh, PA
PROJECTS
2017
In the Company of Ghosts, Set and Costume Design, Pittsburgh, PA
ABBEY: In the Red, Set and Costume Design, Pittsburgh, PA
CMOA’s Material Worlds Fashion Show, Designer, Pittsburgh, PA
2015
412 MADE, Exhibitor, Architectural Digest Home Design Show, New York, NY
Mesh Lab, Instructor, Touchstone Center for Craft, Farmington, PA
2014
Madagascar, Associate Set Designer, Quantum Theatre, PA
2013
Progression Film Project, Pittsburgh, PA
Solaire Casino, Manila, The Philippines
2012
“Steel Weavers” Video Collaboration with Sound Artist Robert Weis
2010
Medallions & Cloud Chains, Cosmopolitan Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
Renaissance on the Allegheny, Renaissance Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA
2008
The Goat, Set Design Sculptures, Pittsburgh Playhouse, PA
2006
After Mrs. Rochester, Assistant Set Designer, Quantum Theatre, PA
PUBLICATIONS
2024
“Meet Atticus Adams”, Canvasrebel
2022
“Can Art Heal”, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
2018
“In the Pink—Atticus Adams,” Shady Ave Magazine
2017
“Sculpture: Artistry in Fiber—Volume 2”
“Material Worlds + Atticus Adams,” Wavy Alabaster
2015
Midcentury Masterpieces, Lake Erie Living Magazine
Artist and Artisans in Their Inspiring Studios, Houzz
Artists Share a Colorful Industrial Loft and Studio, Houzz
2014
“You Live in What?” HGTV
“Emerging Pittsburgh Artists You Should Know,” Complex
2013
Cover Image for Powder Coating Magazine
2012
“Innovative Fiber Metal Sculptor Atticus Adams,” Eyes in Magazine
2011
“Screen-Based Sculpture Allow Artist to Create a New World,” Pittsburgh Tribune Review
2010
“Artist Creates Another World in Pittsburgh,” Pittsburgh Tribune Review
2009
“Castles In the Air—Atticus Adams,” Arts in Residence
“Castles In the Air—Atticus Adams,” Interview with Spraygraphic
Featured Artist #1, Textile Arts
The Very Fiber of Great Art to Be Showcased at Luke & Eloy, Examiner
2007
Seed Issue, Artworld Digest Magazine
NOTABLE COLLECTORS
Louis Vuitton Store
Morgan Pressel, LPGA
TV & FILM
You People, Netflix
American Gigolo, Showtime
Grace and Frankie, Netflix
Minx, HBO
Swipe, Hulu
Sugar, Apple TV+
Loot S3, Apple TV+
The Morning Show S4, Apple TV+
The Company You Keep, ABC
Bel-Air S2, Peacock
Atlas, Netflix
