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Berzerkatroid Dragon (2017) is a towering, interactive art piece crafted from recycled curved stainless steel tubing. This giant, rideable dragon features a pilot seat, complete with addressable LED lighting, a fog machine, and a drum device for added engagement. Most striking are its propane-powered flame effects, which shoot flames up to five feet from its jaws. The installation also includes nine musical propane flame effects, creating a dramatic visual and auditory experience.

Berzerkatroid Dragon was exhibited at Lumiere in Vancouver in 2018, as well as at various venues in Vancouver, Burnaby, and Victoria. Available for exhibition or rental, this piece adds a thrilling and immersive spectacle to any event or installation.

Dimensions: 14' (L) x 4.5' (W) x 11' (H)
Price: $19,000 (includes propane tanks and custom trailer)

What Does the Nose Know? is currently exhibited at the Emily Carr University of Art + Design in Vancouver, BC. This thought-provoking sculpture critiques the invasive "nosiness" of corporations that collect and exploit personal data to manipulate our lives through social media. 

The dark sunglass lenses symbolize the secrecy and paranoia that permeates government, military, and corporate industries, reinforcing the notion that Big Brother is constantly watching.

By harvesting big data, corporations analyze our behaviors, beliefs, and biases, using this information to influence us as consumers and voters. The sculpture raises the unsettling question: Why do we lack control over the use of “Big Data”? Our privacy and freedom are increasingly at risk because we do not know exactly what the "Nose Knows”.

What Does the Nose Know? was originally fabricated in 2014 for the Gallery Without Walls exhibition in Lake Oswego, Oregon. After two years, it was featured in the Oak Bay Arts Alive exhibition near Victoria, BC, and later installed at the El Paseo Sculpture Exhibition in Palm Desert, California, from 2018 to 2020. 

This sculpture’s base, frame and eyeglass elements are made from scrap steel and aluminum, while the nose itself is crafted from CNC-sculpted dense styrofoam coated with a half-inch layer of epoxy.

This piece is now available for exhibition, sale, or lease.

Dimensions: 9' (L) x 10' (W) x 14' (H)
Weight: ~1,500 lbs
Price: $16,000

Ocean Tragedy is an environmental installation by Ron Simmer, crafted from plastic fishing gear waste gathered from British Columbia’s beaches by Ocean Legacy. Displayed first at Deer Lake Gallery and later at the Emily Carr University campus, this piece powerfully underscores the urgent issue of oceanic plastic pollution.

Price: $10,500

This striking installation transforms a recycled Volkswagen Beetle into a colossal, whimsical spider. Outfitted with imposing steel legs and claws, the Attack Beetle merges playful imagination with industrial artistry. Crafted from aluminum sheet, steel piping, resin, and polymer foam, this 22-foot-long sculpture towers above the Makerlabs building on East Cordova, catching the eye with its impressive 20-foot width and 10-foot height. Licensed to Low Tide Properties, this giant “spider” is a bold example of repurposing everyday objects into captivating public art.

Dimensions: 22’ (L) x 20’ (W) x 10’ (H)

Created by artist Ron Simmer, The Beating Heart is a powerful and immersive sculpture that captivates viewers with its lifelike pulsing. Constructed from half-inch thick reinforced fiberglass polyester resin, this 250-pound structure reaches ten feet high and seven feet in diameter. Inside, a mini computer-controlled LED light array mimics the rhythm of a beating heart, adding a compelling, visceral effect. Displayed at the Arts Alive exhibition in Oak Bay, BC, The Beating Heart invites viewers to experience the fusion of technology and organic form in a strikingly lifelike way.

Dimensions: 10’ (H) and 7’ in diameter.
Budget: $15,000

Biker Lady is a dynamic sculpture portraying a woman on a bike, crafted from recycled aluminum scrap and an antique bicycle. This piece captures the spirit of freedom and movement, blending modern materials with vintage charm. Currently installed at the 2020 Annual Peace Arch Exhibition in Blaine, WA, Biker Lady celebrates both sustainability and the joy of cycling, making it a memorable tribute to the open road.

Price: $9,000

This playful installation features a group of whimsical dog sculptures, each crafted from recycled fire extinguishers. Installed on the roof of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre’s entranceway in Vancouver, these lively canines “cavorted” above passersby from March to September, bringing a sense of joy and humor to the cityscape. Each dog, approximately 5 feet long and 3 feet high, showcases the creative use of recycled materials, adding a unique and spirited touch to public art.

Price: $13,000

This playful installation features a group of whimsical dog sculptures, each crafted from recycled fire extinguishers. Installed on the roof of the Queen Elizabeth Theatre’s entranceway in Vancouver, these lively canines “cavorted” above passersby from March to September, bringing a sense of joy and humor to the cityscape. Each dog, approximately 5 feet long and 3 feet high, showcases the creative use of recycled materials, adding a unique and spirited touch to public art.

Price: $13,000

Designed by Ron Simmer and fabricated by Daniel Stratten of Think Industrial, Brass Rocking Dog is an impressive large-scale sculpture crafted from recycled brass water tanks, supported on painted 3/8-inch square steel tubing rockers. Standing 15 feet tall, 25 feet long, and 8 feet wide, this 1,800-pound sculpture was first displayed at the Annual Peace Arch Park International Sculpture Exhibition in 2010 and later exhibited on Granville Island Creekside for four years. Now housed at the San Juan Island Sculpture Park, Brass Rocking Dog brings a sense of whimsy and monumental presence to its setting—though fixed in place, it evokes the playful spirit of a rocking dog.

Designed by Ron Simmer and fabricated by Daniel Stratten of Think Industrial, Brass Rocking Dog is an impressive large-scale sculpture crafted from recycled brass water tanks, supported on painted 3/8-inch square steel tubing rockers. Standing 15 feet tall, 25 feet long, and 8 feet wide, this 1,800-pound sculpture was first displayed at the Annual Peace Arch Park International Sculpture Exhibition in 2010 and later exhibited on Granville Island Creekside for four years. Now housed at the San Juan Island Sculpture Park, Brass Rocking Dog brings a sense of whimsy and monumental presence to its setting—though fixed in place, it evokes the playful spirit of a rocking dog.

Originally displayed at the El Paseo Exhibition in Palm Desert in 2013, Hot Metal Flowers is a bold industrial sculpture crafted from a V12 engine block, recycled fire extinguishers, and stainless steel tubing. Standing at 7 feet tall and spanning 5 feet in width and depth, the piece combines rugged automotive elements with organic floral forms. Now exhibited at the San Juan Island Sculpture Park, Hot Metal Flowers draws attention with its fusion of strength and delicacy, symbolizing the beauty that can emerge from repurposed materials.

Dimensions: 7’ x 5’ x 5’
Price: $12,000

This towering 23-foot-tall steel flower bouquet is a permanent installation in the Evans Road Roundabout in Chilliwack. Each of the welded steel stems, crafted from 16-inch diameter pipes, supports vibrant, LED-illuminated flower petals that create a colorful display day and night. With its scale and illuminated petals, the Steel Flower Bouquet brings both artistry and a touch of whimsy to the public space.

This striking sculpture, created for the Twisted exhibition at the Port Moody Art Centre in February 2014, is crafted from recycled stainless steel, including an auger and plasma-cut stainless plates, with 3-foot diameter gazing balls adding reflective depth. Standing at 12 feet tall and spanning 7 feet by 6 feet, the piece combines industrial materials with elegant forms, creating a dynamic visual effect. In its installation at the Creekhouse exhibition on Granville Island, the sculpture was designed to rotate using an electric motor, enhancing its twisting, kinetic quality and inviting viewers to experience it from multiple perspectives.

Dimensions: 12’ x 7’ x 6’
Price: $11,500

Inspired by Grant Wood’s iconic American Gothic, this life-sized sculpture reimagines the classic rural couple with a humorous twist. Crafted from repurposed tanks and pipes, the figures stand together, with the traditional pitchfork replaced by a safer, oversized spaghetti fork—a former movie prop that could have adorned an Italian restaurant. This playful homage not only nods to the original painting but also emphasizes the charm of recycled materials. Canadian Gothic With Spaghetti Fork was last exhibited at the ReVision Art of Recycling show at Granville Island’s Creekhouse in 2018.

Price: $8,000

This elegant sculpture consists of three abstract vertical elements arranged in a graceful, harmonious grouping. Each “flower,” reminiscent of a candle flame, is crafted from aluminum construction jacks, poles, and mesh. The aluminum mesh wraps around the spiral poles in sweeping arcs, creating a sense of fluidity and movement. LED lighting illuminates the piece, bringing a warm glow to the intricate shapes and enhancing the effect of flickering flames. WindFlowers was exhibited at the Peace Arch Sculpture Park in Blaine, Washington, during the summer of 2017, inviting viewers to appreciate both its aesthetic and symbolic beauty.

This elegant sculpture consists of three abstract vertical elements arranged in a graceful, harmonious grouping. Each “flower,” reminiscent of a candle flame, is crafted from aluminum construction jacks, poles, and mesh. The aluminum mesh wraps around the spiral poles in sweeping arcs, creating a sense of fluidity and movement. LED lighting illuminates the piece, bringing a warm glow to the intricate shapes and enhancing the effect of flickering flames. WindFlowers was exhibited at the Peace Arch Sculpture Park in Blaine, Washington, during the summer of 2017, inviting viewers to appreciate both its aesthetic and symbolic beauty.

Crafted from scrap steel tanks, pipes, and plastic auto body parts, Gigaspider is a formidable sculpture resembling a giant spider. The sculpture's eyes light up at night, powered by solar panels cleverly integrated into its head, adding an eerie, yet fascinating glow. This unique work was first exhibited at the Peace Arch Sculpture Park in 2018, capturing attention with its impressive size and detailed construction.

Crafted from scrap steel tanks, pipes, and plastic auto body parts, Gigaspider is a formidable sculpture resembling a giant spider. The sculpture's eyes light up at night, powered by solar panels cleverly integrated into its head, adding an eerie, yet fascinating glow. This unique work was first exhibited at the Peace Arch Sculpture Park in 2018, capturing attention with its impressive size and detailed construction.

This interactive robotic family sculpture was featured at the Pendulum Gallery during the Sculptor’s Society of BC's 50th Anniversary exhibition in May 2024, and later displayed at Ron’s solo exhibition at The Beaumont Studios in June 2024. 

The two robots are equipped with visual sensors that trigger mechanical movements and sound effects when viewers approach. The piece serves as a commentary on the approaching AI revolution, envisioning a future where hyper intelligent robot overlords create millions of replicants that dominate the earth, reducing humans to mere lab animals.

Constructed entirely from recycled stainless-steel scrap metal—except for the LED-lit eyeballs and computer controls—the work embodies both artistic and environmental themes.

Dimensions:
Mother: 6’ (H )x 2.5’ in diameter
Child: 3’ (H) x 2’ in diameter