Studio Stories: A Journal of Creativity
New Series: Growth and Expansion
I'm feeling a new series growing in my heart. Blurring the lines between sculpture and painting, using some of the most ancient media used by humans. I seek to evoke emotions and memories of strength and beauty. By turns tranquil or accelerating, deeply connected to the Earth and natural processes.
The Simple Beauty Series
Modern Intaglio, small batch releases of accessible reproductions of my small art jewelry sculptures. Designed to delight the hearts of animal lovers, whether your own or as a gift for your special someone.
The Connection Between Painting and Sculpture
Suddenly everything opened up. My desire to capture my feelings about what I see began to be met with a transformational process that had so much more depth and meaning than my previous structured and strict representational methods. Not only was colour speaking to me in a new way but now the physical shapes of each application created light and shadows of its own. My heart danced with the possibilities inherent in this process. In fact my creative spirit reawakened to my desire to sculpt.
Horse Portrait bas Relief Sculptures
I’ve been following my heart in sculpting a series of horse portrait sculptures that are larger than my pendant jewelry series.
I want to create a series of frameable sculpture that intrigue the eye and delight the heart.
Bronze Wolf and Bear Jewelry
Yep, I’m delving into making the Bronze versions of my Wolf and Bear story pendants. Finally!
“Memories of the Mearas”, Heraldic Horse Pendant
My imagination has long been inspired by reading the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and others. Tolkien’s world building is astounding and I found myself wishing to ride the fabulous Shadowfax, the magnificent Mearas stallion of Rohan. The Mearas are the legendary “first horses” of the land. Wise, powerful and loyal to the the righteous, they spark longing in the hearts of many horse lovers.
Close to My Heart Always
My first fine silver metal clay sculpture represents my own horse Remi. I wear him almost constantly to keep him close to my heart always. I've made this special piece to order for a few customers who have either chosen it for themselves or gifted it to a special horse lover in their lives.
Sculpture Journey and Playing With Fire
Childhood delight. I think this might be foundational to my satisfaction in creating art. I was also obsessed with capturing animals in realistic and at least somewhat accurate form using whatever came to hand.
Looking Forward: 2024 Studio Work & Changes
I’m eagerly looking forward to being more active in my Studio in 2024! There are threads of fascination, curiousity and creativity that I can’t wait to follow. I hope you’ll join me in the journey!
Horse: An Epic Tale of Love
Wild spirit sculpted in fine silver. Remember your wings, remember Love.
Epic Love
Sculpted in my home studio in Ontario, Canada.