Exhibitions

Sculpture Symposia China

I have been selected to participate in the 12^th international Sculpture Symposium at Changchun, Jilin Province, China, July–September 2011. Some 35 sculptors from all over the world have 6 weeks to create sculptures in marble, granite and bronze for the World Sculpture Park in Changchun. The selection committee has requested that I carve my sculpture ‘Cloudstone’, 3 metres high in marble.

Sculpture Symposia Queensland

In 2008 I participated in the Southern Downs Sculpture Symposia, Warwick, Qld. The theme for the symposium was “stories of the Condamine”. The Condamine river flows through the town of Warwick. Working on a ½ ton block of local sandstone for 8 days I carved ‘River Song’, an abstract expression of the energy that flows in the waters of the river. This work sold at auction.

In 2010 I again participated in the Southern Downs Sculpture Symposia. Spring was in the air and Spring was the theme of the symposium. Participating sculptors worked in a park in the centre of Warwick, the creative activity attracting many visitors including groups of school children. While I received a comment that my abstract sculpture was like the cochlea of the middle ear, I prefer the title, ‘The Girl with the Pearl Ear ring’. This work sold at auction.

Sculptors Society Sydney

My work ‘Curvilinear’ in welded stainless steel,was specially selected for exhibition in two of Harrie Seidler’s landmark buildings in Sydney, Australia Square Tower and the MLC Centre. Other Venues in Sydney to display my work include the IBM Building at Darling Harbour and the Garden court at the NSW Parliament House.

Outdoor events Byron Bay

In 2010 my work was selected to be shown at the artCape Bienial show , Byron Bay, NSW. My sandstone sculpture ‘Sea Change’ was one of some 60 sculptures on show on Clark’s Reserve for a period of 3 weeks. It is estimated over 35,000 people attended the event.

Weereewa Festival Lake George

My work ‘River Dreaming’ was carved from a ½ ton block of sandstone and was selected to be shown on the foreshore of Lake George during the Weereewa Festival. Some 30 sculptors took part showing a wide range of influences and styles.

Schiavello Commercial Interiors

Schiavello has recently opened their new look showroom in Fyshswick, Canberra, ACT. They recently sent this message to their clients. “Schiavello has worked with Jeffrey in the past as an architect and ergonomist and are proud to support his work as a sculptor”. They currently have three works on display.

Canberra Galleries

ANCA Gallery Convergence

This event brought together my major sculptural works in stone, wood and metal, with Boag, a performance poet. The sculptural works were displayed in the form of a mandala. This together with Boag’s Himalayan bowl songs created a resonance between the sculpture and those viewing the sculpture.

Rejuvenation

Together with my friend, collaborator and performance poet Stuart Boag, we presented this show ‘Rejuvenation’. We share a common interest in Buddhist philosophy and iconography which informs our work. This period of professional development comes at an important time for both of us as our work matures. My abstract sculptures take the form of objects of meditation.

The works in stone are thematically linked and flow, as if following a stream of consciousness. They provide a focal point where the mind can rest. Stuart, through his poetry and performance art, hints at experiences that may be encountered in the presence of the sculptures. His words evoke memories, emotions and the possibility of living in the eternal present. Playing ancient Himalayan singing bowls and bells he conjures up mythic landscapes in which the sculptures can speak.

Other Canberra Galleries

Griffith Gallery
Jardine Street Gallery
Mawson Gallery
The Front Gallery