SCULPTURE
As a sculptor, I have found so many different uses for different types of clay and wood, as well as being able to cast original clay sculptures into metal and stone.
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I work with a wide range of clays, from traditional water-based wet clay to oil-based plasticine and Monster Clay. For larger sculptures, I often choose wet clay for its ability to capture texture, form, and movement with a natural fluidity. At a more intimate, tabletop scale, I prefer oil-based clay, which never dries out and allows me to refine delicate, intricate details.
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Wood is also an integral part of my practice. Sometimes it appears as a found branch or log, providing a natural base for a sculpture, while at other times it becomes the artwork itself, such as an oak block transformed into a finely carved sea turtle shell.
I am always looking to push the boundaries with any material I work with, and I am always looking to find new methods and materials to bring a sculpture to life.
When sculpting in clay, the original piece cannot serve as the final work, as clay lacks the strength and permanence needed for display or handling. To preserve each sculpture, I create a mould in high-quality silicone rubber, capturing every detail of the original surface. From this mould, the piece can be cast in a wide range of materials, cold-cast metals, stone, plaster, or even foundry bronze, each offering its own character and presence.
This process not only ensures durability but also allows the artwork to take on new forms and finishes. A sculpture born in clay can be reborn in bronze or stone, carrying the same spirit while embodying a completely different texture, weight, and feel.
