Gallery - birds

Most of my work involves the representation of birds - this is my focus. I try to give some pieces a true-to-life naturalistic appearance but for other work I use more interpretive concepts, including abstract or unusually-coloured elements to give a different flavour to the piece. For some of the fine detailing I use enamels which I paint on, dry, then cut away with a scalpel to give sharp-edged details. I often use use 3D glass layering and slumping techniques to give added depth, and I apply, manipulate and melt glass frit (granules) and powders onto the surface of the piece when cold then fuse this at relatively low temperatures ('only' 720C!) to enhance surface textures.

Here are some examples:

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