Dan Rider creates contemporary metal sculptures that explore the relationship between balance, movement, and form. Working primarily with stainless steel, aluminum, and copper, he hand-fabricates layered wall sculptures and mobiles that combine geometric precision with graceful motion. His work often centers on the idea of "creating one out of many," using individual elements that are carefully shaped and assembled into unified compositions. Through the layering of dimensional materials—including wire mesh, perforated metal, and metal sheeting—Rider creates pieces that shift with light, perspective, and space. Inspired by a desire to achieve harmony in composition, Rider embraces the challenge of combining raw industrial materials to express beauty through simplicity. His sculptures invite viewers to experience the subtle movement, rhythm, and balance found within geometric forms. Rider's work has been collected nationally and can be found in galleries, private collections, corporate offices, healthcare facilities, and hospitality spaces. His sculptures are equally at home in contemporary residential interiors and large-scale commercial environments, where they serve as striking focal points that celebrate both craftsmanship and design.