Tony Pankiw is a Perth-based sculptor whose public artworks can be found in schools, gardens and community spaces throughout Western Australia.
With a background in Fine Arts from Curtin University and postgraduate studies at the Victorian College of the Arts, Tony has maintained a diverse creative practice spanning several decades. Beginning his career as a printmaker, he gained early recognition when he was awarded first prize in the inaugural Fremantle Print Award in 1982.
Today, Tony is best known for his site-responsive sculptures that draw inspiration from the unique stories, histories and environments of the places in which they are located. Working primarily with steel, he creates artworks that reflect local cultural, environmental and community connections, transforming public spaces into places of curiosity, reflection and engagement.
Tony has delivered major public art commissions for state and local governments, developers and private clients across Western Australia. His work is characterised by a thoughtful balance between artistic expression and place-making, creating enduring works that resonate with the communities they serve.
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