AMANDA BRADBURY

I am a wildlife artist and sculptor based in Gloucestershire. I have exhibited my work widely in the UK. My passion for wildlife and the environment, backed by a sound understanding of the natural world around me, is reflected in my artwork.

My wire sculptures capture the character and natural behaviour of my subject, whilst my paintings illustrate the relationship between wildlife and the landscape. The accuracy of my work is honed from years of observation, field sketches and a career in wildlife conservation.

Every sculpture is unique, made from reclaimed and up-cycled materials such as wire, cable, chicken wire and aluminium litho printing sheets. Texture, colour and form are achieved from combining different types of wire and materials. Paints and inks are sometimes used depending on the desired effect.

Oceanic sharks and rays have declined 71% over the last 50 years, primarily due to overfishing.