Tenderwerks

Pati Beachley is a Pittsburgh-based, non-binary sculptor. Her work mixes masculine and feminine attributes forcing a dialogue into gendered text and imagery—she adds a queer narrative by casting carpet and fibrous materials. As owner and designer of Tenderwerks, her studio and foundry, Pati creates pieces celebrating the pleasure of everyday, useful objects that transcend the ordinary. Tenderwerks Fabware: Door & Cabinet Hardware Collection features repurposed carpet textures cast from recycled aluminum components.