Sculpture Vulture

Lucy Branch speaks to Swedish sculptor Peter Reuterberg on his path from industrial and car design to figurative bronze sculpture, his childhood-inspired characters, studio practice, recommended sculpture destinations in Sweden, and current work. 00:00 Welcome and Updates 00:29 Tartan Army Traffic Cones 02:41 Elizabeth Andrews Statue 03:45 Hamilton Laocoön Auction 06:49 Season Finale and Format 08...

In this episode, Lucy Branch speaks with Ben Winterburn — foundryman and the creative force behind the Instagram account of world-renowned sculptor Steve Winterburn. Ben helps to run the Winterburn Fine Art Foundry, handling clients and sales, and has built an intagram presence of over a quarter-of-a-million-followers with reels reaching millions of people. Social media became serious when sales o...

In this episode, Lucy Branch speaks with Lowri Harris, Associate Curator for Public Art at Canary Wharf, for an insider's look at one of London's most ambitious public sculpture collections. Lowri shares how the collection has grown and evolved over 30 years, what she looks for when acquiring new work, and the fascinating behind-the-scenes logistics of managing art in a busy public estate....

Today on the show, Lucy Branch speaks to Ben C. Pearce, a New Zealand sculptor working in Corten steel and bronze whose work blurs geological form with the trace of the human figure. Ben discusses what the life of being a professional sculptor is like in New Zealand, from his tactile childhood that set the foundation for his practice, he traces the journey from art school to becoming one of a rare...

Lucy Branch talks to Mario Chiodo, the California-based sculptor behind some of America's most ambitious public monuments, including the remarkable Remember Them monument in Oakland and an upcoming life-story monument to Arnold Schwarzenegger. Mario talks about what it means to sculpt biography rather than likeness, why the arts are all interconnected, and his philosophy that the greatest arti...

Today on the show,  Lucy Branch  speaks to Canadian Sculptor  Tyler Fauvelle   who is based in Northern Ontario. His public monuments give permanent, visible form to stories that deserve to be seen. Working in a figurative style with impressionistic touches, Tyler commemorates military heroes, cultural pioneers and indigenous figures whose contributions to Canadian history are real and significant...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch speaks to Timothy Paul Schmalz , a contemporary Canadian figurative sculptor whose large-scale religious bronze works have found their way into some of the most significant public spaces in the world — including St. Peter's Square in Rome, where his monumental Angels Unawares stands permanently and cities across the globe where his Homeless Jesus continues to be inst...

The podcast is back for part two of Season 4! This week, Lucy Branch talks to @GettingUpToStuft, a Bristol based public sculpture, who asks for no permission to create his emotionally resonant works. Shooting to fame in 2020 with his sculpture - Bear With Me - which comments on the struggles of men in our society, his work takes on a life of its own once he says goodbye to them. We hear how a frie...

In this pre-Christmas episode of Sculpture Vulture, host Lucy Branch reflects on a fruitful year while sharing insightful clips from past episodes. Lucy features pearls of wisdom from renowned sculptors such as Kenny Hunter, Steven C. Barber, Nigel Hall, Kerry Thomas, Neil Andrews, Tom Murphy, Aiden, Tim Shaw, and Rebecca Hawkins. Each sculptor offers a unique perspective on the art of sculpture,...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch talks to contemporary sculptor Rebecca Hawkins who discusses her journey from early influences in sculpture through to creating some of the world's most significant humanitarian memorials particularly addressing sexual violence in conflict and the determination to grow and survive despite hardship. Sculpture News: Rebel Bear's guerrilla art: Duke of Wellingto...

On the show today, Lucy Branch speaks to Sarah Monk of The Materially Speaking Podcast about Pietrasanta's International Sculpture Community Key Discussion Points: Pietrasanta's Unique Ecosystem and its History International hub near Carrara marble fields with specialized artisans: mold makers, foundry workers, patina specialists Three types of artists: major names using established studio...

In this episode, Lucy Branch speaks with sculptor Tim Shaw about his journey from troublesome teenager to one of Britain's most compelling contemporary sculptors working in bronze and public art. Tim shares the pivotal moment that enabled him to pursue sculpture full-time, and how he's built an autonomous creative life, working primarily on bodies of work he wants to make rather than chasing commi...

In today's episode, host Lucy Branch , introduces Carly Wurzel Backer PhD and, Chief Curator of the Heckscher Museum of Art, who shares insights on Emma Stebbins, a pioneering 19th-century sculptor known for her Bethesda Fountain in Central Park. The discussion covers Stebbins' life, her groundbreaking works, and the process of organising an exhibition of her sculptures. 00:00 Introduction...

In this episode, sculptor and writer, Aidan Harte joins Lucy Branch to discuss his journey from animation to classical sculpture training in Florence, and the extraordinary controversy surrounding his first public sculpture - a horse-headed figure from Irish folklore called a Púca. What We Discuss: How animation training shaped Aiden's approach to sculptural composition and silhouette The valu...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch, speaks to Juliet Rix an award-winning writer, editor, and broadcaster about the female figures commemorated in London's public sculpture. Key Discussion Points: The timing of the book: Why statues of women have only really proliferated in the 21st century Statistics: Fewer than 1 in 6 of London's commemorative statues were for women as of 2021, but more women than m...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch speaks to sculptor Tom Murphy whose public sculptures celebrate the rich and wonderful history of Liverpool's people. We discuss his artistic journey and service to those who commission his works. Join us and Be Inspired By Sculpture You can see photos of Tom's work and read the transcript at www.sculpturesulture.co.uk Contact Lucy Branch - lucy@antiquebronze...

In this end of season episode, host Lucy Branch, interviews British artist Neale Andrew . Neale shares his journey into sculpture, his epiphany moment and his approach to defining himself as a sculptor. Lucy also discusses current conservation projects and the recent news in the sculpture world, including the repatriation of the largest ever collection of Benin bronzes. Renowned sculptor Arnaldo P...

Ceri Thomas—artist, curator, and son of renowned Welsh sculptor Robert Thomas—joins Lucy Branch to reflect on growing up in a house full of creativity, clay, and community spirit. We talk about his father’s mission to celebrate Welsh life through public sculpture, plans for a centenary retrospective, and the importance of representing working-class figures and women in bronze. Ceri also shares ins...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch interviews Dr. Neil Armstrong, who has created one of Cornwall's most distinctive sculpture parks. What began as a simple need for "proper playtime" evolved into Treemenheere : a sculpture park built upon a philosophy. This is the story of a man who turned his back on funding bodies and committees to create something purely according to his own vision. As Neil puts i...

In this episode, Lucy Branch speaks to sculptor and Royal Academician, Nigel Hall , who discusses his lifelong passion for sculpture. Nigel shares insights into his academic journey and experiences in America that solidified his commitment to sculpture. He delves into his prolific creative process and how he has sustained a successful artistic career over the course of several decades. Follow Nige...

Today's episode is an informal yet informative glimpse into host, Lucy Branch's , world behind the bronze as Lucy shares her excitement about completing her latest novel, a 17th-century historical romance. Lucy discusses the spontaneity of creative projects and answers listener questions about her work, podcast, and life. There is also bonus material at the end of the episode if listeners would li...

In this episode, host ⁠Lucy Branch⁠ , introduces ⁠Steven C. Barber⁠ , an American filmmaker and producer turned fundraiser for monuments in the US. Barber has raised millions of dollars particularly championing the creation of monuments to astronauts. He shares anecdotes about his journey from documentary filmmaking to monument creator, his unique perspective on memorializing achievements, and his...

Scottish sculptor Kenny Hunter joins Lucy Branch to discuss the power of public monuments in our fast-paced world. From his first transformative touch of clay to his acclaimed public works, Kenny reveals why he sees sculptures as "phantoms looking down on the city" and shares insights on the theatrical quality of public art, where static figures silently observe as life unfolds around them. This t...

Today on the show, Lucy Branch interviews Dr. Susan Owens, author, independent scholar and former curator of paintings at the V&A about her recent article in Country Life magazine titled " Time Stands Still " which takes readers on a tour of Britain through 50 monuments. They discuss the significance of some of the UK's public monuments, their cultural impact, and highlight several remarkable exam...

In today's episode, ⁠Lucy Branch⁠ , speaks with sculptor ⁠John Belardo ⁠ about the remarkable Piccirilli brothers, six Italian immigrant sculptors who revolutionized American monumental sculpture in the early 20th century. John shares his 25-year journey researching these master craftsmen who created some of America's most iconic monuments while remaining largely unknown to the public. Abo...