Reflecting my interest in all materials and processes, these two pieces explore the potential of cast stone.

In many respects a traditional sculpting methodology applies – first a Marquette is produced to explore the shape and resolve casting issues, then a full size pattern is created from various materials inc. wood, card and plaster, this is then sealed. From the pattern is created a two part silicon inner mould made with a GRP back mould for support. The two halves of the mould are bolted together and a stone slurry poured into the mould, vibro-vacumn formed this produces a dense stone structure.

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Many stone powders and binders are available including granites, marbles, sandstones and quartz, producing a striking variety of finishes that can be further worked with sandblasting and staining.

Large seabowl 500D x 100h

This bowl derives its form from a study of typical sea defences, stepped and buttressed stone and concrete set against the restless all powerful sea. Here the defences symbolically contain the waves.

The use of silicon moulds enables you to produce extremely crisp lines, the hardness of the stone and the sparkle of the quartz accentuates the crispness of the coastal light and air.

To explore the range of possibilities I produced this very finely formed bowl. The wall thickness in places is only 3mm. yet it is every bit as strong as a similar ceramic piece.

Small stone bowl 140D x 100h

Again the sharpness of the detail and the sparkle of the quartz defines a very pure and simple shape.

The master for this bowl was lathe turned in wood from which a silicon mould was made.