90 Peter Short

Metalwork sculptor
Coltman Gardens

Artist: Peter Short

Biography:

D.O.B 10th October 1961. I trained as City and Guilds mechanical engineer from leaving school in 1978 then continued to HNC level while working full time in the automotive industry. Since 1984 I have worked in product development within the motor industry, exclusively on equipment for disabled drivers – making cars driveable and accessible for people with disabilities. In my role as development engineer I have used a wide range of engineering practices and processes, some of which I have used to produce my sculptures. I have been sculpting for 3 years now. Each piece is formed from sometimes hundreds of individually sculpted steel blocks – each one cut, cleaned, then Tig welded together to produce the sculpture. As each block is cut and formed they produce a very individual shape – no 2 are identical leading to a rustic wall effect. Each sculpture is sand blasted, heat treated then dipped in oil, brushed back to produce the unique patina and finally each one is lacquered. I have a love for the outdoors – walking, hiking, climbing and wild swimming. These sculptures are inspired by the many buildings and byways I see around. Some sculptures are mounted on stone or slate or other natural materials i find around. Some sculptures include elements of glass to enhance the image and add to its effect. I enjoy the process of producing each one. Although I have an idea of what I want to make at the start of each sculpture … a pathway… wall… building… window… doorway… stairway, the sculpture evolves as I make it and the end result will be determined by the sculpture itself. When do I stop? When it feels finished. As I approach retirement this work feels like a way to continue to express myself in a creative way.

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Venue

18 Coltman Avenue

Long Crendon
HP18 9DP

Tel: 07423 459684
Email: petershort100@outlook.com
Instagram: petershort100
Facebook: container11

Website: https://www.container11.co.uk

Special information:
Venue suitable for visits by school parties by appointment
Refreshments available
Easy car parking available
Access for wheelchair users
Working studio where members normally create work during the year

Art specialisms: Glass, Metalwork, Mixed media, Sculpture

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