Benjamin Gillespie

BENJAMIN GILLESPIE

Philadelphia, PA

Benjamin Gillespie has been designing and meticulously crafting illuminated sculptures in his Philadelphia studio for over six years.

Drawing from engineering, woodworking, and a lifelong appreciation of architecture, his work seamlessly blends technical precision with artistic vision.

His latest design, The Ascent, explores the malleability of wood through sculpted forms that create a dynamic rising placement of light. Integrated LED elements are designed to evenly disperse a calming glow, complemented by a dual light control system that allows for real-time mood adjustments. A carefully curated color finish enhances the material’s natural beauty while reinforcing the piece’s connection to shifting light conditions. Inspired by Marcel Duchamp’s Nude

Descending a Staircase No. 2, The Ascent captures a sense of upward movement, mirroring the natural progression of daylight.

Gillespie’s works can be commissioned in a range of compositions, colors, dimensions, and finishes, allowing for bespoke creations that span from intimate to monumental in scale.