Bronze Limited Editions and Commissions

My most recent bronze sculptures reflect my deep love of the natural environment, especially Australia’s unique wildlife. In these works, I employ classical sculpting techniques and a naturalistic style to capture the beauty, strength and character of our distinctive indigenous animals. I think of each animal I create as an individual, with its own story and character. As a child I was always enchanted by museum dioramas of animals in their natural habitat, and these memories continue to be a source of inspiration.

While my motivation to create these bronze works comes primarily from my love and concern for the natural world, I have also drawn inspiration from other, historical sources. As a young sculptor, I developed a fondness for the whimsical cold painted bronze subjects of Franz Bergman’s foundry. His works were created in Vienna in the 19th century, the home city of my grandfather, artist Frank Grosz. While working as an art handler at the NGV, I discovered the intricate work of Joachim Matthias Wendt, a Danish silversmith who worked as a master jeweler in 19th century Adelaide. In my role at the gallery, I built archival boxes to house several of these delicate Australian animal sculptures and became intrigued by their fine sculpting and jewel-like quality. These artists and my own observations of the natural world help me to immortalise our furry and feathered friends in an everlasting form, becoming treasured heirlooms for their owners.

My bronze works are small number editions and I also accept unique commissions. Please contact me to discuss any commission ideas.