Nicholas Hesson

My close friend at a young age had to have one of his kidney’s removed because it was failing. Today I have recreated that lost kidney in the form of a wearable enameled belt, returning it to where it once existed. I asked him if it concerns him only having one kidney and he said sometimes it does worry him, but for the most part he goes about his days never giving it a thought.

Vitreous Enamel, Copper, Sterling Silver. 2020.

4th in the series. These rings act as miniature windows into the inside of the finger. These works continue my exploration and investigation into human anatomy and physiology.

An X-Ray of a human finger was used to create the iron oxide transfer decal.

Vitreous Enamel, Copper, Stainless Steel, Elastic, Velcro. 2019.

Utilizing scientific imagery of the inside the human body I bring what is normally unseen to the surface in this series of wearable objects. This is the 3rd in the series. By using high iron oxide toner and water-slide decals one can transfer images directly onto enameled surfaces. Being able to witness the insides of ones own body allows for a better understanding of self and others. It is often that we underplay the importance of our bodies and our health.

The iron oxide decal is derived from a 1869 Medical Illustration from the Brockhaus Bilder Atlas of the Iconographic Anatomy.

Enamel, Copper, Elastic. 2019.

This is the 2nd in the series. Utilizing scientific imagery of the inside the human body I bring what is normally unseen to the surface in this series of wearable objects. Being able to witness the insides of ones own body allows for a better understanding of self and others. It is often that we underplay the importance of our bodies and our health.

Enamel, Copper, Nickel, Stainless Steel, Powdercoat. 2019.

This is the 1st in the series. By using high iron oxide toner and water-slide decals one can transfer images directly onto enameled surfaces. Being able to witness the insides of ones own body allows for a better understanding of self and others. It is often that we underplay the importance of our bodies and our health.

An X-Ray of the human ribcage was used to create the iron oxide decal of this work.

Inspired by the blood vessels and veins of the hand this piece explores the inner workings of the body. Cut from stainless steel and laser welded together the piece was then sealed in rich red powder coat to mimic the color of blood.

Raised and chased this vessel becomes a place for fallen bees to rest. A receptacle of their journeys.

2019. Rio Grande Saul Bell Award Finalist. Emerging Artist 22 and under.