Recent Exhibitions
September 2010 featured an exciting exhibition entitled STICKS & STONES.
Figurative sculpture in various media by Duncan Varley.
Duncan showed pieces in wood, stone and cast concrete. His inspiration comes from the human figure and from traditional historic carving. In addition, a carved settle in oak was on display. This piece was a joint project with local carpenter John Penhelum and commissions for similar items will be welcomed.
Diving Woman in Lime wood. Height 92cm.
Contemporary willow seats and sculptural structures by Jay Davey.
Willow is a traditional material in this part of Somerset, which Jay has taken and brought into the 21st century with his exciting contemporary seat designs and sweeping spirals and structures. Jay worked in the courtyard during the exhibition showing how the traditional techniques can be addapted to modern designs.
The Exhibition was well attended with over 600 people visiting the venue over the two weeks. During the fortnight Duncan worked on a large carving inspired by the Greek legend of Daphne & Apollo using a rooted Sycamore stump, while Jay experimented with a standing figure in white willow.
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