REFUGE SERIES 2024

The Refuge Series 2024

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The paper sculptures I've created in the ‘ Refuge Series’ explore the concept of refuge through the use of organic shapes and topographical elements, drawing inspiration from natural landscapes. Each piece embodies a serene, protective space, evoking the safety and tranquility found in nature's contours and forms. 

 

The intricate designs mimic the undulating terrains and flowing lines of hills, valleys, and caverns, inviting viewers to find solace and peace within these miniature sanctuaries. The accompanying titles complement this theme, reflecting the harmonious interplay between the sculptures and the idea of finding refuge in the natural world. 

 

Additionally, an abstract representation of the UK flag titled "Asylum" integrates the notion of national identity with the universal quest for safety and protection, further emphasizing the multifaceted nature of refuge.

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Presented in three distinctive ways—within custom-made boxes with sliding glazed fronts, floating in Perspex frames, and set in deep frames with mounts—these intricate compositions allow the layered construction to be fully appreciated. ​Each artwork is protected with an acrylic UV 100 cover. The boxes made in oak or walnut have a sliding front cover and the perspex cover plates on the maple boards are removable.