Lamp 654

Lamp 654, 2018 by Chris Beeston

Chris Beeston’s work is an extension of his hobbies and life experiences: repairing broken electronics, collecting street metal, reading science fiction, and digesting as much scientific and technical knowledge as possible. Beeston’s meticulous works elevate everyday, mass-produced objects—like clamp lamp shades —into objects of greater intention and extended functionality without concealing their origins. His curiosity about the world is on full display, focused on the geometric, structural, and technological underpinnings of our culture. His fascination with homegoods highlights a belief that people desire deeper, more emotional connections with their surroundings.