Artist Statement
My art is about transforming raw metal into meaningful form. Each piece starts with a vision and evolves through a hands-on process that blends technical skill with creative instinct. Using steel, copper, bronze, and other metals, I explore color, texture, and movement—often enhancing surfaces with heat and chemical patinas that bring out their natural brilliance.
Inspired by nature and driven by a love for craftsmanship, I create everything from sculpture to functional design with the goal of sparking connection and emotion. For me, art is where vision meets material and something entirely new comes to life.
Artist Bio
Nevada Silva began his career as a journeyman sheet-metal specialist and HVAC technician, but a company layoff in his mid-twenties led him to discover his true calling—metal art. At 27, while living in Modesto, California, he began creating intricate, vision-driven sculptures using various metals. His works often feature striking patinas and brilliant finishes achieved through torch techniques and chemical processes.
By 29, Nevada opened Lost Art Gallery and Design, showcasing his work while also exhibiting across numerous prominent art festivals throughout California. His sculptures range from freestanding pieces to custom gates, railings, and water features—each one a unique fusion of form, color, and craftsmanship.
Now based in Laguna Beach, Nevada continues to push creative boundaries in his canyon studio while embracing an active lifestyle filled with surfing, sailing, hiking, and motorcycling. He considers it a gift to share his artistic vision with the world.