Canadian artist transforms war into art using old typewriters

War artifacts are often associated with destruction and death, Canadian artist Éric Nado is changing this negative image. He transforms rifles into something completely different by combining them with elements from old typewriters. The result is something amazing: the weapon turns into a work of art.

Nado, originally from Montérégie, Quebec, was born in 1975 and holds a Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts and Philosophy. His passion for assemblage sculpture began in 1998, and since then he has created amazing conceptual works that incorporate important social and philosophical ideas.

The central motif of his work was the idea of peaceful existence and the power of words. He claims that words can transform the world, and his sculptures serve as certain symbols of this transformation. By disassembling antique typewriters, he creates a new purpose for these objects - the weapon becomes a tool for printing, not destruction.

The process of creating each sculpture begins with disassembling typewriters into pieces. Nado then carefully assembles these parts together to create hybrid rifles. At first glance, this is a military weapon, but in fact, it is a work of art.

The Canadian artist's work has been exhibited in galleries around the world, including Montreal and California. His sculptures are held in public, institutional and private collections, and his work has received international recognition.

In 2015, Nado's sculpture was selected by COA Gallery in Montreal and exhibited at Scope New York and Art Basel Miami, confirming the importance and influence of his work on the global art scene.

Source: ericnado.com