After leaving school in 1984, I had various jobs in different fields of industry - none remotely associated with art, design or sculpture. During the mid 90s I was fabricating livestock handling equipment, fortunately as it turned out, next door to a well known Wagga artist, the late Michael Murphy. Amazed by Michael’s ability to transform steel into life, I was irresistibly drawn to creative metal work. Years after completing formal studies in the craft, I was fortunate enough to work in United Kingdom for a year with internationally renowned Artist Blacksmith, Brian Russell. Brian and I collaborated on sculptural and architectural pieces, including a number of public art pieces.
Having grown up on my parents’ grazing property, I continue to live and work in a country setting with my wife, Natalie, and our two daughters, Amelia and Georgie. My influences and inspirations draw heavily on rural and regional environments of Australia.
I enjoy observing the way we, as Australians, live and behave: easy going, not too serious and with a little bit of larrikin in us all. Then there’s our passion, which is readily seen in our fanatical love of sport.
As an artist/ and craftsman, the quest for the level of technical mastery that brings creative freedom is ever present. My experience with Brian Russell in the UK was invaluable, and I continue to build on my technique with every creation.
If you have an questions about my particular pieces or just wish to give me some feedback on my work. Please fill out the from below and submit it to me. Or you can submit to my personal email address
You can also contact me via phone. My Phone and fax details are below.
Phone :: (02) 6922 1669
Mobile :: 0437 393 623
Fax :: (02) 6922 1716
