Large Saguaro by Logan Clark transforms the iconic desert cactus into a playful celebration of life in the Southwest.
Rising upward in reclaimed metal, the sculpture captures the familiar silhouette of a towering saguaro while rewarding closer attention with a small covey of quail tucked within its arms. The piece balances humor and observation, turning a recognizable desert form into something unexpected and full of character.
Clark’s work is deeply influenced by the landscapes and wildlife of southern Utah. In Large Saguaro, he draws from the quiet relationships found in desert ecosystems, where shelter, resilience, and adaptation shape survival. The hidden quail introduce a sense of discovery, encouraging viewers to slow down and engage more closely with the work.
Working with metal since childhood, Clark developed an early appreciation for the material and the possibilities it offered. Over time, that fascination grew into a dedicated artistic practice centered on transforming rigid industrial materials into expressive sculptural forms. Using reclaimed metal, he creates pieces that carry both texture and history, giving discarded material a renewed sense of life and purpose.
Based in southern Utah, Clark continues to draw inspiration from the outdoors and the environment surrounding him. When not creating sculpture, he enjoys hiking, riding ATVs, and spending time with his family. Those experiences in the landscape continue to shape his artistic perspective and connection to the natural world.
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Owl Saguaro – 2025
$2,600.00 – 4’ tall and 3, 2” wide – Fabricated rebar, found metal objects, and horseshoes
Sponsored by Gary Lee Price Sculpture
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Fabricated steel and found metal objects assembled to create a 4 foot tall saguaro cactus with two owls in the branches and one hiding in a hole in the trunk.
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Cactus and Quail – 2024
$2,250 • 40 inches high
Sponsored by City of St George
The sculpture is of a quail standing on top of a barrel cactus. “The inspiration behind the sculpture is from growing up in Southern Utah and watching the quail sit on the cacti in the morning sun. I love cacti, so I decided I wanted to put a quail on a cactus!”
