Honesty
19.09in x 19.09in | 48.49cm x 48.49cm
Sculpture
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On creating this subtle yet meticulously detailed wall sculpture, artist Nic Joly pondered: "Well where do I start…? I start with a whole load of real white duck eggs".
After bleaching, cleaning, blowing, and drying the egg over two weeks, Nic applies intricate letters hand-cut from delicate transfer paper to create his handmade artwork. This requires the utmost patience and precision because even after he has added these, the egg must dry for a further two weeks before being painted and broken; forming a totally unique and natural artwork. Offset by his own hand-made figures and miniature structures made from thin, laser-cut wood and bronze casts, the entire exquisite composition is finally mounted on a marble and resin Corian base, ready for display. However, the most beautiful aspect of this artwork is arguably the message behind it.
The artist noted that while the pandemic was undoubtedly a hard time for us all, he wants to remind us of the beauty that has emerged.
"I have been given time to embrace the fact that I am not as invincible as I thought. There have been days when I’ve really struggled, and I still do but, I am fragile as are we all. I spoke to friends and family and we all talked in a way we never had done before about how hard we were finding some days; we were sharing our own fragility and weaknesses. People have really started to talk about their mental health and the stigma attached with mental issues is finally fading. We are all fragile and now it is time to embrace that fact and talk honestly about it." - Nic Joly
As one of our most popular artists, original artworks by Nic Joly are a rarity. This extraordinary artwork is an incredible opportunity to acquire a bespoke artwork hand-made to order by the artist to keep forever or give as an unforgettable gift.
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The artist
Nic Joly
What began as Nic Joly's hobby has transformed into a passion for sculpting minute depictions of everyday life. The British artist's 3D wall sculptures tackle topics like love, sex, mental health and war in a touching and humorous way.
In 2024, we celebrated Nic Joly's tenth anniversary with Castle Fine Art and remembered the intricate details tell stories of moments lived, emotions felt, and a journey embarked upon. As Nic reflects on the last decade and his past creations, the spirit of experimentation and the passion for self-expression is a reminder that Nic's artwork is an extension of him and the thoughtful, considered miniature works he creates. Nic's 2024 collection,The Next Chapter, references Nic's evolving creative journey with his progressive techniques, unexplored themes, and sentiments yet to be unravelled and miniaturised. With renewed determination, Nic is ready to embark on The Next Chapter of his artistic journey.
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