This sculpture was produced as part of an artist in residence position in Brampton, Cumbria. It was conceived in response to combining the character of the twists and curves of the scotch pine to be used for the work, and the momentum of the sloping bank upon which …
There are times when the commissions I have been offered are more suited to steel or cast iron fabrication. On these occasions, in the case of steel fabricated works, I have designed the original work, and then commissioned its fabrication to specification. In the case of cast iron …
The area in which I live is known as The Triangle. I have been active within the community for many years, and was closely involved in the regeneration of the area, during which the streets were refurbished and pedestrianised, and became a designated ‘Homezone’. As part of this …
Built in absolute sympathy with their environment, these works are constructed in situ, often from the ground on which they stand. There are added introductions of locally sourced stone, timber, clay, and other assorted building materials, according to the design and theme of each individual piece. Explore …
These timber sculptures were all built in response to, and interpretation of, their environment. Some of the work has been fabricated off site and then installed, other pieces are cut and installed in situ. The wood used is locally sourced, either by using fallen timber available on site, …
In addition to directly commissioned sculpture and land art work, I have also been engaged in associated areas of education, community engagement and public consultation in environmental design. Here are some examples of these additional areas of interest and provision. Explore the Work
The inspiration for the form of this sculpture originates from the shells that scatter the shoreline, from the ever present movement of wind and waves, and from the hulls of the original clinker built boats that the community once fished from, and which can still be occasionally seen about …
See Through is set on the ridge of a steep valley. Seen through the three rings defined by the sculpture, the view of the landscape on the other side of the valley has the appearance of being drawn forward and magnified in the visitors gaze, so having the effect …
When a visitor approaches Lookout, it is clear that a platform is provided to walk out over the water. Once on the platform the canopy and seat become apparent and invite the visitor to sit in that enclosed space. When sat on the internal bench seat, the canopy …
I was asked by the Friends of Heaton Park to create a sculpture from an old beech tree that had necessarily been felled due to safety reasons. The character of the site that fascinated me most was the event of the fall of the tree, its shock and …
