Richard B. Oginz

Place: Philadelphia

Born: 1942

Biography:

Rick Oginz is an American visual artist born in Philadelphia. He started making sculpture at the age of 16 and has been working parallel to his traditional high school education at the Corcoran School of Art. Inspired by science, technology, and his immediate surroundings, he explores major events and innovations that are unique to our lifetimes. Oginz uses pop iconography and commonplace objects to examine modern and timeless modalities of transportation, communication, and energy production. His works can be found in various museums and galleries across the United States.