Jurassic Raku Strider

The copper oxide craggy skin finish required 12 separate firings. The ceramic quadruped creature, with its elongated withered-orange snout, offers an ancient, almost fossilised presentation. However, this good-natured, friendly beast makes a fantastic home and office decoration.
Research has shown sculptures to provide higher emotional support than paintings. Unlike paintings, which are limited to two dimensions, sculpture reflects life in three-dimensional space. Sculpture inhabits the space shared by the viewer. Sculptures are tactile; one can touch them and feel their texture, weight and shape. The sculpture has a surprising function that can trigger pleasant psychological arousal, resulting in a profoundly satisfying and genuinely invigorating aesthetic experience.

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I transform simple, unassuming materials into sculptures that engage the senses and stir curiosity. Inspired by the Japanese embrace of imperfection, transience, and incompleteness, my work seeks authenticity in form and feeling.

The vibrant subtropical landscape I call home infuses my pieces with colour and vitality. I aim for clarity and directness, creating works that are tactile, approachable, and quietly uplifting.

In a complex world, I value simplicity. My sculptures invite interaction, offering moments of connection and lightness. Each piece reflects my own creative path and is made to bring moments of joy to those who experience it.