To make the large sculptures I carve a basic shape core out of foam using files and then build up the finer details by needle felting over the top until the surfaces are dense with felted fibres. I exploit the various natural colours of the wool fibres, animal hair and recycled synthetic fibres to create depth and shading. I use a wet felting technique with various fibres and yarns to create the textured sheets of felt which I needle felt onto the surfaces of the sculptures. I later work into them with the whitest of all natural fibres, the beautifully reflective and touchable angora fibre, which creates more depth. Above shows the recently finished ‘White Stag’ sculpture.
In my current work my use of colour is subtle as I’m very concerned with capturing the spiritual 'otherness' of the subject and try not to draw attention away from the finer detail. I also believe that the natural colours of the fibres (whites, greys and golds) add character to the pieces; many people say they’re very regal looking with a softness and maturity about their character.
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