GILL PARKER

Gill’s equine, equestrian and wildlife sculptures have earned her international acclaim, with commissioned pieces in galleries, exhibitions and royal households worldwide.

Initially inspired by the early animalier artists, the forms of the natural world are her inspiration and motivation. Gill has developed a distinct and empathetic style, exploring a simplified focus on form and feel, but still based in realism and an understanding of anatomy and movement.

‘I don’t make sculpture to shock, make statements, or needing explanation, I want to make sculpture that is a ‘standalone’ thing of beauty, based on the perfect forms of nature’

An accomplished horsewoman, Gill’s work clearly demonstrates her passion for horses. Yet her work is remarkably versatile in both subject matter and scale. Her limited edition and commissioned pieces cover, equestrian, wildlife and every aspect of the natural world.

Gill lives and works in a beautiful part of rural Gloucestershire, along with a various assortment of animals. Gill also breeds and shows American Quarter Horses with which she has won numerous European and National championships. It was whilst studying art at South Wilts Grammar School in Salisbury that Gill was first introduced to sculpture.

In May 1983 Gill took her first bronzes to London where they were bought by Garrards and Asprey. Early support and encouragement from the Sladmore Gallery led to her first one women show in November 1984. Since then, she has become a leader in the field of equine and wildlife sculpture. With many major commissions to her name including the life-size bronze Motivator at Ascot Racecourse, the ‘Emirates’ bronzes, in flight lounges around the world, Boris, Chester Zoo’s famous chimp, five life-size wildlife sculptures for Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi, and the iconic ‘Chloe’ Horse door handle.

Gill is a member of the Society of Equestrian Artists. gillparker.com