Join us to hear from artist Joseph L. Benedict and see his new metal art installation, “Beautiful Spirit: Interactive Art in Motion”, now on display near the Permaculture Garden. Benedict has created two interactive sculptures, a giant butterfly and dragonfly, made of steel and mesquite wood that can “take flight” with a little pedal power from Gardens visitors.

Artist – Joseph L. Benedict

Joseph L. Benedict is an acclaimed metal artist and fabricator based in Tucson, Arizona, known for his custom sculptures, large-scale installations, and intricate metalwork. With a career spanning over four decades, his work has been featured in private collections, galleries, and public exhibitions across the United States and internationally. Benedict’s works also play an important part in the Gardens’ annual LightsUp! Festival of Illumination.

Benedict’s portfolio includes dozens of commissioned sculptures and art pieces showcased in nightclubs, restaurants, and entertainment venues in Tucson, Scottsdale, San Bernardino, Albuquerque, and beyond. His craftsmanship seamlessly blends industrial strength with artistic finesse, creating functional yet striking metal sculptures, fire features, furniture, fencing, and gates through his company, Caveman Fabrications.