Saia

That humble beginning yielded his first creations - an airplane and a bird - met initially with skepticism from neighbors. Today, those same neighbors celebrate his success as his work attracts international collectors and tourists. Saia's creative process is deeply intuitive. He finds inspiration in passing clouds, which might suggest the shape of a house or animal, and in quiet moments of contemplation. Each piece requires careful attention to timing, with larger works like his Jesus statues taking up to four weeks to complete as he works with cement's natural...