Ken Sugimoto was born and raised in Japan and studied design in Tokyo. After moving to the United States in 2005, he continued to work as a product designer for over 25 years in both Japan and the US. A chance encounter with metalworking deeply inspired him, and he gradually transitioned into the field of metal art. He now focuses on creating metalwork in his own studio, exploring the possibilities of form and continuing to create each day. By repeatedly heating and hammering stainless steel or carbon steel, he gradually shapes the material, much like the way life evolves over time. Then, through repeated sanding and polishing, he creates a glossy surface that enhances the form’s inherent dynamism and tension.Among the materials he uses, mild carbon steel is softer than stainless steel, allowing him to express more dynamic, organic, and gentle curves. For him, it is the most suitable material to realize the beautiful forms he envisions, which is why he prefers it for his sculptural work