In the spring of 2025, after a long absence from 3-D work, Rob felt the nudge to return to the studio with a renewed vision and focus. These pieces incorporate disassembled machines, found objects, spray paint, and a flood coat of epoxy resin. Machine parts have captured Rob’s attention since childhood. They tell countless stories of ingenuity and industry. Renewal and redemption continue to be dominant themes in his work. "I hope in some small way to carry the torch lit by artists including Marcel Duchamp, Joseph Cornell, Louise Nevelson, and Robert Rauschenberg."