The Illusion Collection:
Patinated
About
These innovative sculptures have many facets to them that come through when viewed from different angles and in different lighting situations. We have called them the “Illusion” range because what is initially seen from one angle, changes as the viewer’s position changes; allowing for new details and features to be
exposed to the viewer. From the frontal view, it appears as though the insert is floating in mid-air; from the side the sculpture appears solid. This “Illusion” alludes to life: what we see is not always what is, there are hidden complexities and nuances that reveal themselves depending on the perception of the viewer.
Maquette forms of most of the Life Size sculptures will also be available.
Technical Info
My new collection of works has been carefully chosen after spending over 10 years working in layered steel sculpture. My steel of choice for this body of work is stainless steel. It is a corrosion-resistant steel made up of iron, chromium and nickel. This amazing steel is completely and infinitely recyclable, with its’ actual recovery rate virtually 100%.
These sculptures can be placed in any outdoor environment and will require virtually no maintenance other than normal cleaning.
I work in two different types of stainless steel. The first one being industrial grade stainless steel (3CR12):
This is used for the more “rustic” look, where we patina the surface with a copper-rusty look. This will not continue to rust; and will remain looking as is.
The other stainless steel is marine grade stainless steel (316):
This has a polished silver look. All my polished stainless steel sculptures are made of the highest quality marine grade stainless steel. This offers vastly superior corrosion resistance; and if kept clean will remain shiny forever.
Disappearing Rhino
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Disappearing Rhino
The Rhino symbolizes hope and resilience in the fight to protect Africa’s wildlife. The insert of Africa in this sculpture symbolizes this struggle of the Rhino to survive on the African continent. It’s construction of stainless steel underscores this strength.
Heart Space
H:1250 L:700 W:450
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Heart Space
“Heartspace” kneels below the heavens, a vulnerable pose, with arms crossed over her chest, head facing up to the sky. The heart inset adds complexity and meaning to this sculpture. Your heartspace is a place of pure love and acceptance within you where healing for yourself and others takes place. The heart inset symbolizes how living from the heart makes us vulnerable and yet this allows us to live authentically.
Equilibrium
H:1350 L:600 W:600
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Equilibrium
With palms together, “Equilibrium” balances on the very tips of her right foot, her left leg crossing over her right knee, to create a sculpture of a body in perfect balance. The butterfly inset echoes this, butterflies found in nature are an indication that the ecosystem is in balance; in perfect Equilibrium.
Disappearing Rhino
ED of 21
Disappearing Rhino
The Rhino symbolizes hope and resilience in the fight to protect Africa’s wildlife. The insert of Africa in this sculpture symbolizes this struggle of the Rhino to survive on the African continent. It’s construction of stainless steel underscores this strength.
Heart Space
H:1250 L:700 W:450
Heart Space
“Heartspace” kneels below the heavens, a vulnerable pose, with arms crossed over her chest, head facing up to the sky. The heart inset adds complexity and meaning to this sculpture. Your heartspace is a place of pure love and acceptance within you where healing for yourself and others takes place. The heart inset symbolizes how living from the heart makes us vulnerable and yet this allows us to live authentically.
Equilibrium
H:1350 L:600 W:600
Equilibrium