Garry Martin

(BA Hons) University of Hertfordshire - 1st Class & prize for best show overall at degree assessment

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‘ Soften The Blow’
2003 approx. 45 x 45 x 45 cm
fibreglass, polyester filler, cord, matt paint (edition of 5)
artist price £1440

 

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‘Cameo’
2001 approx. 30 x 25 x 10
polyester resin, fibreglass, emulsion.
(edition of 5)
artist price £570

 

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‘ Couple’
1996 approx. 180 x 150 x 30 cm
P.V.C., foam, aluminium, screws, wood
artist price £2300

 

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‘ De-luxe ‘
2005 approx. 38 x 38 x 18 cm
fibreglass, mdf, pearlescent paint. (edition of 5)
artist price £1080

 

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‘ Flip Flop Flap ‘
2005 approx. 70 x 120 x 170 cm
fibreglass, foam, two tone pearlescent paint
artist price £2280

 

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‘ Flip Flop Flap ‘
2005 approx. 70 x 120 x 170 cm
fibreglass, foam, two tone pearlescent paint
artist price £2280

 

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‘ Flip Flop Flap ‘

2005 approx. 70 x 120 x 170 cm
fibreglass, foam, two tone pearlescent paint
artist price £2280

 

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‘ Flip Flop Flap ‘

2005 approx. 70 x 120 x 170 cm
fibreglass, foam, two tone pearlescent paint
artist price £2280

 

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‘ G.S.O.H. - 03 ‘
2003 approx. 95 x 25 x 25 cm
brass resin, fibreglass. (edition of 5)
artist price £1620

 

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‘ Home is where the heart is ‘
2002 approx. 85 x 62 x 13cm
fibreglass, polyester filler, MDF, satin paint
artist price £1600

 

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‘J’adore ‘
2001 approx. 80 x 40 x 60
translucent polyester resin, lace, fibreglass, emulsion.
(edition of 5)
artist price £1440

 

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‘Ova Easy’
2004 approx. 85 x 55 x 55 cm
fibreglass, polyester filler, spray paint (edition of 5)
artist price £2280

 

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‘ Swallow ‘
2003 approx. 35 x 15 x 15 cm
polyester resin, fibreglass, polystyrene balls. (edition of 5)
artist price £1140

 

 

Artist Statement:

I use a variety of resin-based materials in an unusual way to produce arresting and alluring sculptures, each possessing diverse levels of interest. I am fascinated by forms that possess collective associations, either through their use or known material qualities. I enjoy the challenge of stimulating desire towards my sculptures and altering initial perceptions. The meticulously crafted sculptures create an immediate attraction through their tactile surfaces, toying with the viewers urge for physical contact. Each piece is highly finished and labour intensive and become part of an expressive, bold body of work where surface and common association are primary devices for anchoring meaning.

The sculptures are usually overly familiar yet indefinable, as I have recently tended to subvert the chosen recognised objects with the use of traditional deep-buttoning upholstery techniques. While the tactile urge is immediate, I believe this fusion adds the necessary conceptual level needed to continue engaging the viewer as well as adding an amusing edge. I also consider my titles an integral part of the complete work.

I mostly create work from my own inspiration for exhibitions although commission work is always considered.

 

Garry Martin

 

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