Sadie Aucott

After experimenting with photorealistic drawings and digital, macro and still life photography, she now captures the essence of animals with a free-form wire technique.

Working with fine gauge florist blinding wire, Devon-based Sadie weaves, knots and twists to create definition and shading. Depending on atmospheric conditions, areas of the wire will develop a patina or sepia tone as it oxidises. The juxtaposition of an organic subject and an industrial, man-made material creates a unique connection between the artwork and the viewer.

Sadie says: “The need to be creative has always been a part of me. I now feel that I have found the subject, medium and technique I have been working towards all my life.”