The Alchemy of Memory: The Sculptural Legacy of Joe Minter In the heart of Birmingham, Alabama, a profound transformation occurs where discarded remnants of industry meet the enduring spirit of human history. Joe Minter, born in 1943, stands as a master of this metamorphosis. His work is not merely an exercise in sculpture but a monumental act of reclamation. Through his hands, rusted steel tubing, jagged sheet metal, and forgotten automotive parts are breathed into life, becoming vessels for the stories of the African American experience. Minter’s practice is rooted in the concept of creati…