35 years of sculpture. Monumental works in public spaces. A quest for balance between strength, lightness, and silence.
Dany Mellinger is one of those rare artists who shape matter not just to display it — but to make it come alive.
Sculpture in dialogue with nature and place
This summer, Dany Mellinger’s works are on display in Mers-les-Bains, where several of his sculptures now punctuate the urban landscape. The exhibition was born from a meeting with Dan Jacobson and a true artistic connection with the city.
“I don’t exhibit just to exhibit. I place my sculptures in a space so they can interact with the environment.”
Mellinger works with wood, stone, and stainless steel, always in search of a delicate balance. Some of his pieces appear suspended, under tension — as if the material itself were resisting gravity.
Sculptures that carry memory and meaning
Among his most iconic creations are Imoji, a protective dragon inspired by Asian culture, and The Third Person, a polished stainless-steel sculpture that reflects light, sky… and the gaze of the viewer. Each piece tells a story, an invitation to slow down and see differently.
“We are all someone’s third person. I love when sculptures spark unexpected interpretations.”
An unconventional path, a commitment to artistic freedom
A self-taught artist, with past experiences in industrial design, theater sets, and even the navy, Mellinger draws inspiration from materials and their constraints. His creative process is grounded in experience, silence, and nature. He sculpts alone, in a quiet studio surrounded by greenery — a space that allows him to reflect and create with intention.
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