Roman Kleinstein
Copper Uncovered

Artist's Profile

"I am originally Swiss and came to New Zealand to work as a roof plumber. I have been in New Zealand for over 8 years.

In my trade we use copper as it is used in roofing, wall cladding, guttering and down pipes. I started making copper art in my spare time and as the years went by my art has developed to the level it is today and now it's been exhibited in art galleries, online shops and markets.

I love copper as it is such a special product. It's been used for thousands of years and it is so durable. Copper almost lasts forever and it changes colour which is a natural process called oxidating. I've specially treated my pieces with heat to make it soft and give it that special colour. Because copper is such an amazing metal almost anything can be made out of it. I use special tools to cut it and form it.

I offer customized, individual and original pieces as I am very flexible with size, shape and colouring. I also offer personalised pieces with punched in names and numbers.
Thank you for your interest in my copper art."