The ethereal quality of Lanny Bergner’s work is in contrast to the mundane materials he uses to construct them. All are created using industrially woven bronze, brass, copper, aluminum and stainless steel mesh. He also uses silicone, wire and glass frit as additional elements. Using only a pliers and scissors, he employs inventive yet simple techniques to transform mesh into semi-transparent chambers, vessels and angular constructions that play with light and overlapping patterns. The forms are made without the use of an armature and their structural integrity is determined by the method of construction. Surface patterning is created by flame treating stainless steel mesh with a propane torch. The works reference architecture, plant biology, microorganisms, cosmology, undersea life forms and the human body. They engage the viewer with glimpses into a primordial genesis where nature and industry coalesce. They celebrate the mystery and wonder of it all.