PALOS PARK, Ill. — A suburban combat veteran who inspires those with PTSD through his artwork is excited about his latest creation — a scrap metal cicada. Steve Kost, 51, wasn’t even old enough to ...

The American artist is known for her rhythmic abstract works made from salvaged metal and paint skins; these creations hover enchantingly between sculpture and painting and have a visceral presence.

Artist David Olsen creates art the viewer may touch. His chosen materials have been handled plenty — bottle caps, lids, random computer parts and actual trash he picks up while mowing his yard. “The ...