The kinetic wind sculptures that I create bring to life the hidden forces surrounding us in an ever-changing dance. In such a complex world it is more important than ever to feel connected to, and understand, the environment we inhabit. The sculptures glint in the sun as they move, reflecting the beauty of our shared world, and bringing a spark of joy to their surroundings.
I endeavour to bring to life the hidden forces of nature, showing off the beauty of mathematics and science interacting with the environment, whilst connecting people with their surroundings.
Carr's love of paragliding has given him a deep understanding of weather and wind flow, which combined with his background in engineering, has made the progression from static to kinetic sculptures a natural one.
For Carr, play is both an important part of life, and a crucial element in learning to understand the physics of the world. Using experimentation to explore fluid dynamics, hidden forces, and patterns in nature allows him to better understand their interactions. This exploration directly informs his understanding of how to create kinetic sculptures that move consistently, in varying patterns, in even the lightest of winds. This play continues throughout each sculpture's development, with computer modelling, and with actual models tested in the wind.
Living and assisting with the running of a family farm in the countryside has given Carr a truly deep connection to, and inherent understanding of, the complexities of the natural system we inhabit. His lust for spending time in nature continues through other hobbies: paragliding, climbing, camping, and multi-day hiking, all of which require a hands-on relationship with the natural world, and complement the understanding of it.
Using stainless steel and Corten metal Carr creates intricate, large scale pieces of contemporary art for installation in public spaces, private gardens, and sculpture exhibitions. Working with a variety of specialists where required, he has completed outdoor sculpture commissions for universities, schools, and galleries worldwide.