The Statue Story:

A fur in sculpture is a difficult topic that requires an artist's individual approach and idea. Of course, it can be treated in different ways, more sketchy or precisely. In each of these cases, it should contribute something more to the sculpture than just decorativeness. It can be an interesting interpretation on the subject, enriching the sculpture with additional values. It is important that such decisions are made consciously and for the benefit of the sculpture. Of course, not only knowledge and experience, but also intuition, not to mention talent, have a huge impact on the accuracy of these decisions. For me personally, it does not matter whether I treat the hair more conventionally or precisely, it is important that it emphasizes the character of the sculpture and creates a coherent whole with it.

The basis for building the sculpture is the arrangement of the main body and this is what I focus on the most. Every time I start sculpting a head gorilla firstly, I am thinking about an idea and emotions I want to express in the sculpture.  For me the detail is less important and plays a main role at a later stage.

In my daily work I use basic materials like Monster Clay, Super Sculpy, NSP Chavant or handmade plasticine. Most of the tools I work with are self-made.