BARRY DAVIES RCA

“As a professional figurative bronze sculptor depicting historical figures in statuary, and beauty inherent in human and animal anatomy, I adopt a thoroughly researched approach to achieving anatomical precision supported by mathematical applications bridging science and art. If nature provides mathematics inherent within anatomy, then it’s for the sculptor to identify this and calculate it in his work.”

Davies grew up in Mid Wales, where his passion for art blossomed from an early age. He found inspiration in nature, capturing its essence through his drawings. After completing a precision engineering apprenticeship, Davies ventured into the realm of cabinet making, infusing his furniture with intricate carvings. His craftsmanship caught the attention of restoration projects in London, where his relief carvings gradually transformed into magnificent freestanding sculptures.

Drawing from natural history, anthropology, and paleontology, Davies portrayed various species, casting them in bronze. He shared his expertise by tutoring clay modeling classes centered around these subjects. Since 2010, Barry has showcased his sculptures across the UK and Europe, participating in international exhibitions held in Milan, London, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence, Bramante Halls in Rome, Flangini Palace in Venice, Verona, and Barcelona.

Presently, Davies focuses on crafting 3/4 lifesize statues of historical figures, including St. David, Llywelyn ap Iorwerth (Llywelyn the Great), a thoroughbred horse, and the Coronation of Henry V. In recognition of his expertise, he served as a member of the judging panel for the esteemed ‘Visual Art Open’ in Chester, UK.

Davies’ sculptures stand as the culmination of decades of dedicated study in human and animal anatomy, drawing inspiration from classical, Renaissance, and Baroque sculptures. This extensive exploration has allowed him to develop a distinctive style in figurative statuary, capturing the essence of the subjects he portrays and infusing natural history with the timeless beauty of bronze.

Born in Genoa, Elisabetta De Maria swiftly graduated with honors (10/10) in Piano from the Verdi Conservatory in Turin, completing her studies in just 5 years. While pursuing her musical endeavors, she also immersed herself in the world of painting, undertaking courses in Italy, Spain, and the USA, where she was recognized with the prestigious CDA Award in 2019.

Elisabetta’s artistic creations are a harmonious interplay of intersecting pastel lines and layers of buttery strokes, resulting in faithful and mesmerizing hyperrealistic portraits. Her meticulous transpositions of photographs breathe life into captivating works of profound depth. Recognized for her exceptional talent, Elisabetta continues to receive numerous awards and exhibit both nationally and internationally, including the esteemed Milan Expo Design.

Her artistic contributions have been featured in prominent American magazines such as Pixelated Palette, Painting World Magazine, Colored Pencil Magazine, Circle Quarterly Art Review, and Coup de Pinceau, solidifying her presence in the international art scene.