The sculpture ‘Rhapsody’ is part of my new Garden Sculpture Collection. It is made from beautiful deep Green Guatemalan Marble with a Portland Stone base.
Blog
2017
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Gloucester Cathedral
I have just returned from Gloucester Cathedral which is one of the loveliest buildings in England. I have visited The Cathedral often as I was brought up in the area but every time I go, I discover new things.
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Two Day Introductory Stone Letter Carving Course with Simon Burns-Cox
Why not learn a new skill this Autumn? Why not learn a new skill and an ancient craft?
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Rosslyn Chapel Edinburgh
If you are visiting The Edinburgh Festival this month, I would also recommend that you pay a visit to the beautiful Rosslyn Chapel at Roslin near Edinburgh. The chapel was founded in the 15th century and is privately owned by the 7th Earl of Rosslyn.
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The Royal Scottish Academy Open Exhibition Edinburgh 2017
Simon Burns-Cox is pleased to announce that his marble sculpture ‘Room with a View’has been selected by The Royal Scottish Academy Open Exhibition Edinburgh 2017 and will be on display from the 22nd July to the 1st October. It is for sale at £850.
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Society of Designer Craftsmen London
Simon Burns-Cox is pleased to announce that he is now an a Licentiate Member of the Society of Designer Craftsmen, London. Simon is a professional Sculptor and Letter Carver based at The Edinburgh Sculpture Workshop. His work can be viewed at his website at www.simonburnscox.co.uk and you can contact him at info@simonburnscox.co.uk where he will be happy to discuss your requirements.
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The Green Man
Have you ever thought about putting a Green Man into your garden or onto your garden wall?
The Green man is a sculpture or a representation of a face which is surrounded by leaves, foliage and vines which sprout from the mouth, nostrils or eyes. Used as a decorative architectural ornament, The Green Man is found in carvings in both secular and ecclesiastical buildings. It is often referred to as a foliage head or mask.
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The Use of Sculpture in Gardens
Today, the use of sculpture in gardens has become popular even if the garden is small. Placing sculpture in gardens, however, is not a new idea. The Italian Renaissance Gardens were based on topiary and marble sculptures with many of them depicting Roman gods.
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THE VICTORIA ART GALLERY AND THE BATH SOCIETY OF ARTISTS 2017
This weekend The Bath Society of Artists 112th Summer Exhibition opened at The Victoria Art Gallery, Bath. The show will run until the 15th July 2017 from 10.30am to 5.00pm each day. I’m glad to say that my marble sculpture ‘CONVERSATION’ was selected and is now on display and is for sale.
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The Italian Renaissance Garden
Italy is full of beautiful hidden gardens behind old wooden doors. There are fountains, pools and ancient Italian garden sculptures. When I lived in Rome, I sometimes caught a glimpse of a garden when the door was ajar. Just occasionally, these gardens were opened to the general public. When they were, it was always a wonderful surprise.