Jonathan Shapiro is a self-taught sculptor who incorporates natural materials along with found objects into his work. Growing up in New York, Jonathan was drawn to taking things apart and putting them back together in ways that were more useful, more meaningful, or just more interesting to him. He feels that his art has taken this inclination to new levels of expression. Through his art, Jonathan attempts to gain a better understanding of himself and the world we live in. In a society where so much is processed, he is constantly searching for things that are real. His sculptures are visual, tactile tools that serve almost as guideposts, enabling him to discover and keep in touch with how he is feeling and reacting to the dynamic environment.