Floyd Elzinga
(b. 1966, Canada | Lives and works on the Niagara Escarpment, Ontario)

Floyd Elzinga is a celebrated Canadian sculptor known for his large-scale steel and bronze works that explore themes of natural decay, resilience, and transformation. Working from his studio on the Niagara Escarpment, Elzinga creates dynamic sculptures inspired by broken branches, invasive species, eroded stumps, and fractured landscapes—framing nature’s imperfections as sites of beauty, tension, and renewal. His work captivates collectors who are drawn to contemporary outdoor sculpture rooted in a distinctly Canadian identity.

For over 15 years, Elzinga has pushed the limits of traditional metalwork to create both monumental public art and intimate wall-mounted reliefs. With a background in Earth Sciences and a BFA from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design, he brings a unique blend of scientific awareness and artistic experimentation to his craft. He works primarily in steel, drawn to its malleability, surface qualities, and ability to reflect and absorb light like brushstrokes on a canvas.

Elzinga’s iconic imagery—such as maple leaves, pinecones, and wind-swept branches—melds Canadian naturalism with a Pop-inspired aesthetic. His work has been commissioned for major private and public collections across Canada, the United States, and internationally, including installations for Global Affairs Canada (APEC Park, Da Nang, Vietnam), the City of Lacombe (Alberta), and the Ritz-Carlton Hotel (Toronto). With every piece, he invites viewers to reconsider their relationship with the environment, confronting both fragility and strength in the natural world.

For collectors seeking sculptural work with depth, material strength, and conceptual clarity, Floyd Elzinga’s practice offers a compelling voice in contemporary Canadian art.

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