The Window Sculpture

Gareth Foley is a self-taught modern multi-media artist based in the North East of England. Born and raised in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Gareth uses his knowledge as a skilled craftsman to inform his practise, creating pieces deep in texture and bold in image. He has a fascination with media, that under heat and manipulation can create, self-forming structures. His inspiration comes from creation and the complex relationships between various elements. To demonstrate his vision, he uses natural materials -wood and metal, fire and wax. Gareth comments – “I enjoy that in most instances, I don’t know exactly how my materials will form and that the wax can only be partially manipulated and controlled. Thus creating a fluid, almost spontaneous design, unique in structure. A piece can only ever be formed once, and that, is exciting”. He continues – “I hope my concepts evoke memories of childhood, inspire imagination and remind us of the freeing feeling that a lack of control can give.”