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Helen Gerry
Centre for Fine Woodworking Tutor
As a sculptor and jeweller I have been working for many years refining a language in shape and form that reflects my deep connection to the natural world. Our relationship to it is at the heart of all my enquiries and my work is a reflection on the spiritual connection humans have to all of ecology.
My work demonstrates the development of this language through the mediums of wood, stone and precious metals.
For more than a decade I have also shared my love of making things by hand. There is a slowing down and reconnection to self that happens in this process that is something that really resonates for my students. I conduct both in person and online carving workshops via zoom which have been very well received.
‘Holding Memories’ - Hand Carved Sculpture 500mm x 230mm x 230 mm Huon Pine
‘Falls Like Rain’ - Hand Carved Sculpture 430mm x 170mm x 170 mm Huon Pine, Steel