The raven is considered a mediator between life and death and many superstitions surround this bird. There are many references to ravens in the world through legends, literature and song. According to one legend, the Kingdom of England would fall if the ravens of the Tower of London are removed. During WWII, most of the [...]
Last year I was the winner of the Tuggernanong Art Centre at Sculpture In The Paddock exhibition and as part of that I have the opportunity to hold a Solo exhibition. Winged Fables Exhibition is now showing from 4th Aug to 25th Aug touching on many myths and fables of our feather friends throughout history.
The piece I have names 'Leaf' that I have just finished looks really smart with its Matt black steel base. We installed yesterday (Sunday) which is so much easier to drive into the City. The exhibition looks great, if you are in the city pop in and check out this great Exhibition which is showing [...]
Stainless steel leaf in preparation for Australia Square tomorrow. Yikes no pressure. Polishing stainless takes a very long time but is so rewarding when you get that mirror finish. It looks so smart when finished. Leaf is what I have names this piece by chance, working in the workshop and a huge gust of wind [...]
The Pyrmont Festival is buzzing with a hive of activity. There is an array of food stalls entertainment and Mudgee Regional wine. Across the pathway in Pirrama Park, Sculpture in the Garden - Rosby Wines are hosting a collection of sculptures made from stone, ceramics, wire ,wood and steel are exhibited over the weekend. [...]
The Art House - Performing Arts and Conference Centre is the Coast's newest venue , offering a diversity of arts, entertainment and cultural opportunities, with the vision of providing a professional performing arts space on the Central Coast for local artists to showcase their talent and facilitate a growing program of National ventures. I had [...]
Sculpture in the Valley is a major Exhibition of outdoor and indoor sculptures, as part of the Arts in the Valley Festival held in Kangaroo Valley on 5th to 7th May.This year it was held at Cedar Grove with majestic views overlooking the valley with lust rolling hills and spectacular sculptures taking advantage of the [...]
I have been making a series of origami bird made from various metals and stances. Eagle Eye is made from brushed stainless steel and mounted to a Corten base. Eagle Eye gave me great pleasure in the processes. I had this origami piece in mind for quite a while and experimented with scale, different materials [...]
We are installing Genessee, and at the moment the weather is sunny but so changeable at this time of year. Again we are faced with rolling clouds coming in and a storm brewing. This piece is not the easiest to install as it is mounted onto a 1 metre concrete block perched on the waters [...]
Bermagui -It's a truly stunning location with a host of unique attractions and beautiful quite beaches as far as the eye can see. A mecca fishing spot and places to explore. High winds and heavy rain have dogged us all the way but I am forever grateful for Stephens efforts in helping me install, battle [...]
