Manidoo Nodin (Spirit Wind) by Jason Quigno
GVSU Collection
Local artist Jason Quigno’s sculptures all start out the same way, as
a block of natural soapstone, alabaster, limestone, marble, basalt or
granite. From there he sculpts with the movement of the stone,
creating an apparent flow from something rigid. By polishing some
areas and exposing the stone’s raw texture in other areas, he creates
both balanced abstract forms and harmonious naturalistic forms. With
the goal of creating a sense of peace, Quigno uses simple lines to
craft a sense of fluid movement. His inspiration comes from the
stories and oral traditions of the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe. On his work
Quigno states: “I keep the stories of my people alive through stone.
When I create, I am always pushing myself… and the limits of the stone
to bring out a fluid and balanced form and to create artwork that is
graceful, delicate and has a sense of movement.”
