Sculpture blog — Copper sculpture
What is sculpture?
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Sculpture is all around us, from the grand statues in museums to the intricate gargoyle perched on a cathedral. But what exactly is sculpture, and how has it captured our imaginations for millennia? In essence, sculpture is the art of creating three-dimensional forms. Unlike paintings, which exist on a flat canvas, sculptures come alive in height, width, and depth. This artistic branch utilizes a vast array of materials, from the traditional marble and bronze to modern-day wood, metal, and even found objects. Sculptors breathe life into their creations through various techniques. Carving involves removing material from a solid block, like...
Now stocked in Artisanity
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You can now find a selection of my work in Artisanity near Congleton. Artisanity.co.uk
Viridian Gallery
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If anyone is in the beautiful area of Keswick in The Lake District, you can now purchase some of my artwork in Viridian Gallery https://viridiangallery.co.uk You’ll find a vast range of artists work in the gallery so it’s well worth a visit with the added bonus of scenic locations all around the area.
Art in the Pen
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Only a few days to go now before Art in the Pen. https://www.artinthepen.org.uk There are still tickets available for a couple of time slots for visitors. I’ve been making a few different items for the event. Should be a great event.
Gladstone Pottery Museum picture
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I was inspired while watching The Great Pottery Throwdown to make a picture of the Gladstone Pottery Museum where the series is filmed, with the iconic bottle kilns that Stoke-on-Trent is famous for. The picture is all copper. Flame coloured on the kilns and buildings and alcohol ink on the copper sheet background. I’ve also made a piece with copper butterflies painted with alcohol ink that I call ‘The Great Escape’ as one butterfly is outside the frame representing that it’s either escaped or hasn’t yet been pinned to the board. It’s up to the viewer to decide. ...