​Amie J. Jacobsen is a designer, sculptor and public artist living and working in the Kansas City area.  A lifelong creator, she has produced work in painting, illustration, and graphic design before transitioning to 3D design and metal-working in 2015.  She holds a BA in Studio Art from Western State Colorado, as well as an MFA in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) where she also taught illustration from 2006-2015. 

In 2015, Amie took the opportunity to learn metalworking as the in-house designer and resident artist at Machine Head, a metal fabrication shop in the Crossroads Art District in Kansas City, MO. After 2 years she was awarded her first large scale sculpture commission and moved into her own studio and workshop. Today, Amie's studio is located in Independence, MO, part of the Kansas City Metro area, where she employs 3 assistants. Together, they produce sculptures, artisan furniture and public art pieces throughout the US. ​

Though I have been an artist all my life, my introduction to metalworking opened the door to the world of public art and completely reshaped my career. While I am always grateful for the opportunity to work with private collectors, designing pieces for public spaces truly excites me. It has been such an honor to contribute to the landscape of so many communities thus far. They have each touched me far more than my small contributions could have done for them, but I hope the pieces that I create will be enduring expressions of their communities for years to come. 


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Artist Statement

My work explores the transformation of industrial materials into organic, immersive forms, creating public art that invites interaction and engagement. Often inspired by native flora, fauna, and the movement of natural landscapes, I shape steel and stainless steel much like a sculptor working in clay—bending rigid structures into fluid, flowing designs. These sculptures serve as both visual landmarks and interactive spaces, allowing people to walk through, sit within, or experience them in a tactile way. I explore the contrast between strength and softness, transparency and solidity, often incorporating internal LED lighting and layered materials to play with light and shadow. While steel provides durability for outdoor installations, I embrace a range of materials—including glass, stone, concrete, and acrylic—to achieve the textures, colors, and effects I envision. As a sculptor, I am transfixed by play of forms, textures and materials. But as an artist, my interest is in the experience of viewer. My goal is to create iconic, enduring artworks that enhance their environments, tell stories, and invite a sense of connection—whether with a community, a collector, or a passerby who experiences the piece as part of their daily life.