Totem B

on metal stand - Shona Firman

Double Fired a glass exhibition ‘Tomorrow's Artefacts’

"It’s great when you have finished the work but the exciting part is the journey. These are tomorrow's artefacts even if they are just in pieces".

My sculptures reflect the histories of distant cultures united by their relationship with the ocean. They pay homage to my Celtic heritage and the culture of my homeland, New Zealand. They convey the idea of migration, narrative, and transportation of cultural beliefs and traditions. These sculptures allude to the importance of the sea in the practical and spiritual life of these cultures.

Glass, with its colour, transparency and reflection is an ideal medium to express the essence of water and the spiritual nature of these vessels.
The lost wax casting process allows time to contemplate the development of the form and to push the technical boundaries. The tattooed patterns are individually carved into the wax to tell a story.

Dimen sions:

Totem - Height 1200mm x Width 900mm x Depth 900mm