What are they made of?

The sculptures are made of cast resin that can have colour or real metal added to create a variety of finishes.

How are they made?

The sculptures are cast by hand painting the liquid resin into a mould which then hardens with the addition of a catalyst. The sculptures are cast hollow then filled to add weight or have decorative lights added inside.

Are they weatherproof?

The resin is very durable and can be left outside in all conditions although may be blown over by very high winds. Frost should not have any effect. The sculptures should be expected to weather a little over time as any object left outside might. Sculptures with iron or brass can be expected to rust naturally.

Are they suitable for indoors?

The sculptures are designed for both interiors and outside. You can commission colours or finishes specifically to compliment your garden or interior. They are designed to be big enough to provide a feature but small enough and light enough to not be too intrusive and easy to relocate on a whim.

Can I clean them?

They are easy to clean with water and a small amount of detergent if necessary.

Can my child sit on them?

The sculptures are strong enough to support a child and in fact, strong enough to support an adult. The sculptures are not designed as toys and it is advisable not to use them as such as they can topple over. Because they are attractive to children, a plinth can be attached on request to add stability and allow the option of bolting them to a surface.

How long will it last?

A resin sculpture will last indefinitely with reasonable care. They are designed to be touched and relocated but they should not be handled roughly.

Can I commission a different design?

I you would like a new design created for you this is possible. The production time will include making a new master copy of your design and the creation of a new mould for your sculpture which may take several months. The fee will also include costs for the master and mould. Mould production costs start at £650.

How do I commission my own colour?

Contact me to commission your own colour scheme for a sculpture. I will either arrange to visit you at home or a visit to my studio. I will ask for visual examples or colour swatches of the design you have in mind and where possible provide a sample or colour sketch before going ahead with your commission.

Does this cost extra?

There is a small extra fee for bespoke design.

How long does it take to commission a bespoke sculpture?

It will take 4-6 weeks from finalising the required colour scheme to delivery to commission your tailor made sculpture.

Do you take commissions for other sculpture?

I may consider commissions for other pieces depending on what is required. Please contact me to discuss.

Where can I see one in the flesh?

You can arrange a studio visit to see the sculptures. The work will also be displayed at various venues in the UK. Please contact me for current locations.

Can you deliver and is there a delivery charge?

If you are buying direct from me, delivery is free within a 40 mile radius of my studio. After that, the delivery charge is a pound per mile outside a 40 mile radius of my studio.

Do you take on any other work as an artist?

I do take on other work as an artist depending on the nature of the commisson. Please contact me to discuss any projects that you have in mind.

How long have you been an artist?

I have been a practicing artist for 12 years, mainly working as a sculptor and painter. My experience also extends to working as a professional Caricaturist, antique restoration, teaching, residencies, workshops, drawing, mosaic and illustration.

Where did you study?

I read fine art at the Ruskin School of Drawing, Oxford University, 1992 – 1995. A full C.V., artists statement and history are available on request.

Where did you get the idea for the sculptures?

I have explored many styles of work, materials and techniques over the course of my career. My current work descends directly from a series of box-like, textural paintings that I had developed since 2001, from a series of photographic studies flowers. The hole feature was originally created so that it was possible to see through the painting to the wall behind and drew attention to the depth of the painting. The hole, as used in the sculptures, now allows a view of the garden or room behind and forms a definite shape in itself. The idea of using animal forms was to add warmth and accessibility to the work and the texture and colour from the paintings is retained in the detail on the surface.