about

Clifford Ozee is a sculptor whose work centers on the fabrication and transformation of steel. His practice is built through hands on experimentation and a close engagement with the physical behavior of the material. Using welding, plasma-cutting, and hydroforming, he pushes steel beyond what can be shaped by hand alone, learning its limits through repeated trials of pressure, heat, and force.

Ozee’s current work focuses on hydroformed ampersands, the “and” symbol. Each form is carefully fabricated and finished through mirror polished stainless steel and powder coating in bright primary colors. The work emphasizes precision and craftsmanship while acknowledging the subtle distortions created by pressure.

Through disciplined fabrication and repetition, Ozee develops forms that reveal both the strength and vulnerability of steel. Each sculpture reflects a commitment to process, technical skill, and refinement within a demanding material.