Bobby Furst’s studio sits on the edge of Joshua Tree National Monument, an artistic wonderland filled with creations made from industrial and household items, musical instruments, and more. His work often comments on the tragedy of war and environmental issues, inviting viewers to see familiar objects in new ways and sparking conversations about social, political, and environmental realities. From a young age, Bobby was a collector, gathering sticks, stones, and discarded treasures in his Laurel Canyon neighborhood. This childhood hobby evolved into a lifelong pursuit of creating order from chaos. Inspired by his father, anthropologist Peter Furst, Bobby initially aimed to become a photojournalist, documenting various cultures and scenes. In 1998, Bobby was introduced to assemblage art through George Herms and spent a year and a half intensively creating art at the Santa Monica College of Design Art and Architecture. His collection, “Don’t Push Me,” curated by Billy Shire, showcases his unique approach to assemblage art. @bobbyfurst