Name/age
Gawie Bosman / 48
What medium(s) do you work in?
Various recycled materials; mostly steel, stainless and copper
Tell us about yourself in 50 words or less.
Self-taught creator of sculptures from recycled materials. Some are just beautiful, some functional, quirky or thought provoking.
Who is your favourite artist (living or deceased!)?
No one in particular
What were your reasons for joining Arts Canterbury?
Information, guidance, resources and learning from other artists.
What are three goals for your art this year?
More big sculptures, less building, commissioned work.
Describe your favourite piece of art you have created – and why it’s your favourite.
It has to be my life-size horse, Metallicus. It's been a long dream to do the jump to large sculpture and it's very exciting to see what comes from it.
Anything else you want to tell us - funny story, about yourself or your art?
If you make a life-size horse, it fits in your horse float = easy transport. If you then decide that a running horse will look better, it doesn't fit anymore and you find yourself solving design and assembly problems!!
gawiebos@gmail.com
Phone
021 032 5453