Depending on size and complexity, my sculptures can take 40 to several hundred hours to complete. From digging through bins to finishing hidden details, every piece is a labor of love.

My passion for upcycling started with a 9th-grade “Junk Art” assignment that led me into my dad’s garage—and eventually to winning first place in a local art contest. That project revealed a new path: blending artistic expression with mechanical creativity through found objects and reclaimed materials.

Have you ever felt more connected to the making than the finished piece? For me, that’s where the magic lives—in the quiet, focused moments of creative flow. It’s not about perfection, but about the process: layering materials, following intuition, and letting the art unfold one step at a time.

There’s a magical moment in my creative process—the final reveal. After hours of layering reclaimed materials and shaping every detail, it’s the sealer that brings the sculpture to life. Colors deepen, textures sharpen, and the piece transforms before my eyes. It’s a ritual I look forward to with every work I create.

Every sculpture I create is the result of hours of detailed craftsmanship and careful material selection. Pricing reflects the value of the materials, the complexity of the build, and the sustainability behind each piece. I accept credit cards, PayPal, and cryptocurrency for select transactions. Commissions require a deposit to begin, with the balance due once the work is complete — a transparent process from concept to delivery.

Each sculpture I create blends metal, leather, and found materials — and with the right care, these pieces will last for generations. Keep your artwork in a stable environment, dust gently with a soft cloth, and avoid harsh cleaners. Thoughtful maintenance not only protects the finish but preserves the story woven into every reclaimed element.

While most of my sculptures are crafted as fine art for display, some blur the line between object and experience. Select masks and helmets are fully wearable or feature interactive details such as lighting or movable parts. Each design reflects a balance of craftsmanship and imagination — art that can be both seen and felt.

Every sculpture I create receives the same level of detail in its packaging as in its construction. I ship each piece in a custom aluminum case lined with precision-cut foam, signed and labeled with the sculpture’s name. This process — often captured in my time-lapse videos — highlights the care, craftsmanship, and respect I bring to every stage of my work, from the studio to your collection.

Each sculpture I create begins with a curated mix of reclaimed materials — from vintage electronics and found objects to authentic Louis Vuitton and Gucci pieces. My work is divided into two distinct series: the Luxury Series, which merges fashion and pop culture, and the E-waste/Upcycling Series, which transforms discarded tech into organic, mechanical forms. Together, these approaches celebrate sustainability, craftsmanship, and the art of reinvention.

When commissioning a custom sculpture from Gabriel Dishaw, the process begins with an in‑depth consultation by phone or email to understand your vision and objectives. Together you’ll explore the theme, any special requests, materials, preferred size and display location, as well as the story you want the piece to tell. You’ll also discuss how the sculpture will be used—whether as a contest prize, a display piece or a commemorative gift.

This blog post explores why Gabriel Dishaw’s sculptures are truly one‑of‑a‑kind. He explains that even if a sold‑out piece inspires a commission, he doesn’t recreate it exactly; instead, he might revisit colours or motifs, but the blend of materials and the creative process always yields a new work. His mood and flow state during creation greatly influence the outcome, so each sculpture reflects a unique moment in time. Dishaw also describes the materials he uses—recycled adding machines, typewriters, computers and other upcycled technology paired with luxury fabrics like leather—highlighting how the scarcity and variation of these components ensure that no two pieces are ever identical. This philosophy underscores his commitment to originality and sustainability in every artwork.

This blog post explains that Gabriel Dishaw works in two distinct upcycling styles. The Luxury Series blends fashion and pop culture, using upcycled designer goods, leather and hardware to create polished works inspired by icons like Dark Side Couture and Master Yoda Luxe. In contrast, the E‑waste/Upcycling Series turns discarded electronics and found objects into looser, organic sculptures such as Upcycled Pegasus and Fembot.