MORRELL, Angela

My sculptures are metaphorical reflections on the foibles and predicaments of the female component in nature.  The imagery is symbolic, whimsical and light hearted but also reflects a serious side.

A belief in the strong interconnectedness of all things is the impulse behind much of what I do.  I interact with and get dictated to by the materials I choose to work with.  My senses are triggered by organic materials, stones, silver, resin, bronze, rusting steel and forms found in nature.  By using these ingredients I develop concepts that demonstrate radiance and energy.  A physical trajectory takes place and an overlapping of edges and meanings occur.  They contain suggestions of the naturalistic and of the abstract that lead to a variety of interpretations.  A layering of remnants from past and present cultures is to be seen.  With the juxtaposition of fine metal and full organic shapes, objects become energized with female sensuality.

My sculpture contains my signature which is bold and yet gentle and often contains a blend of the spiritual and a degree of humour.

 

Education:

1957/59 Chester School of Art, U.K.

1960 Acadamie Julienne, Paris

1976/79 Sydney College of the Arts, Bachelor of Visual Arts

1980 Sydney University, Postgraduate Dip. Ed.

 

Brief outline of Art related experience:

Currently Sculptor and Contemporary Jeweller

Commissions undertaken

 

1991-2000 Pymble Ladies College, Visual Arts Teacher, student major works frequently placed in Art Express

1996 Entertainment Centre, Rock Eisteddfod Production – Best Set Design.

1985/1996 numerous set designs for Genesian Theatre and Pymble Players.

1987 Theatrefest – Best Set Design.

1985/96 Four Rock Eisteddfod productions, nominated for Best Set Design.

1961/62 Child Portrait Photographer.

 

Exhibitions:

2005 Gallery 307, Northbridge   solo

2005 Sydney,  Australia Square   group

2005 Sydney in Bloom, Domain   group

2005 Waverley Gallery   group

2005 Oxley Gallery, Berrima   group

2005 St. Joseph’s   group

2005 Sculpture Society, Darling Park  group

2005 Private commissions  

2004 Spirit Matters, sculpture & Jewellery. Bondi Pavilion   solo

2004 Sculpture Society Darling Park   group

2004 Private commissions

2002 Opening, Studio 20, Killara   solo

2002 Private commissions

1996  After the Bell, Penrith Regional Gallery   group

1991  Jam Factory, Adelaide  group

1989 Sculpture to Wear, Santa Monica, California  group

1989 – 91 Private commissions  (including Governor General & Brett Whiteley)

1987 – 89 Contemporary Craft Gallery  London   group

1980 Objects to Human Scale, Sydney   group

Studio (visitors welcome): Studio 20, 20 Saiala Road Killara 2071

Phone: 02 9498 6341

Email: iam@studio20.biz