"Sculptor George Rodriguez addresses sensitive sociopolitical issues through his work, drawing from themes of culture and identity, community, and our shared commonalities. His figurative sculptures portray characters of immutable inner strength, grace and dignity. Their highly ornamented forms are rooted in Rodriguez’s study of traditional temple guardian figures from around the world, celebrating the individual against the backdrop of community, the modern world against the backdrop of the ancient. His figures are everyday superheroes; through them Rodriguez asks us to elevate our social consciousness with empathy and inclusion. Says Rodriguez, 'Through the narratives I choose, I bring whimsical, serious and approachable aspects into my work. I realize that even when the content is heavy it can still be made accessible.'" (Promo Copy)