Sculpting is like breathing, essential to my life. I sculpt for me, if someone is moved by my work - fantastic. If they love it enough to want to take it home - even better ! When they buy a work - the ultimate compliment.
Usually my studio, at 165 Stock Rd, Bridge Pa, Hastings, is OPEN most days 10am - 4pm, you can phone or text 0274 3980 36, to check that I am there.
Usually my studio, at 165 Stock Rd, Bridge Pa, Hastings, is OPEN most days 10am - 4pm, you can phone or text 0274 3980 36, to check that I am there.
Recent Piece - Facing The Wind. Maratoto Andesite
Facing The Wind. Maratoto Andesite. 420mm H x 200mmW.
This piece is a challenge that I set for myself.
When I started sculpting I wanted to create a piece that represented the feel of wind - the sensation of leaning into it - of being so consumed by the sensation that only the wind exists. The same sensation that I have felt skydiving or on the back of a fast motorbike.
The sculpture that evolved is a lot harder edged and more geometric than my original concept. However I saw it as an opportunity to push myself technically, to be more disciplined and to learn. Boy did I learn ! Not only was the design plan a challenge but so was the stone the stone. Maratoto stone is blasted from the quarry and so full of fractures. So while very heavy, it is also delicate. It is also becoming rare as the quarry has been closed.
The geometric and harder edge plan came as a tribute to the Art Deco era. This stone with its distinctive colour lends itself to Art Deco. I have other Deco inspired pieces in the planning stages.
Current Exhibitions
Sulphur Lakes Symposium Rotorua
The People's Boat
Taranaki Andesite on Oamaru stone base
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In the front of the sail the stone is left raw and has markings which look like the old sepia maps of early explorers. Can only be seen when the stone is dry though!
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Sail shape
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Fish hook included
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