Barbara Franc sculptor using recycled metals including tin and copper to make unique artworks inspired by animals and the human form.
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Cats are another favourite animal of mine that I love to try to sculpt, not always easy as they have such sinuous forms but well worth attempting to make.
These two pieces were made to private commission, the client was able to give me lots of souvenirs from their lives which I was able to incorporate into the Fox and Hen
Artist 8: Barbara Franc; Two Hares 'sitting awhile'; Date Unknown; 76cm H x 30cm W x 35cm D; Mixed Media - Franc creates mixed media animal sculptures. They are created with a wire frame and found parts. This particular sculpture was created with parts of an old singer sewing machine. Looking at the sculptures, the viewer may see the variety of recycled scraps used. This allows the artist to create expressive poses of each animal.
London-based upcycling artist Barbara Franc uses materials that would otherwise end up in a trash can and add up to the billions of tons of waste we accumulate every year to create amazing sculptures full of movement and unique characters. If you look closely into these lively animals in realistic shapes, you'll notice kitchen utensils, keys, watches, guitar strings, cans—things you've probably been hoarding at some point and never thought they could be brought to life again. Cleverly arranged repurposed objects not only make beautiful works of art, but are equally fascinating to explore.
barbara franc thoughtfully constructs animal sculptures made of discarded materials like metal, textiles and everyday objects.
I have made many Fish over the years, they are all made to be hung on the wall and work especially well in a kitchen. Artform: Sculpture
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Recycled animal sculptures By Barbara Franc
London-based upcycling artist Barbara Franc uses materials that would otherwise end up in a trash can to create amazing sculptures full of movement and unique characters.
Barbara Franc sculptor using recycled metals including tin and copper to make unique artworks inspired by animals and the human form.
This little dog is 60cm high and is going to be on show at Art in Ardington 3rd - 11th May It is called 'Shaggy Dog Tale' and is made using recycled fabric and my Grandmothers old tapestry.
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Barbara Franc sculptor using recycled metals including tin and copper to make unique artworks inspired by animals and the human form.
An exhibition of new work by UNIONgallery founder and owner, Alison Auldjo.
Gallery – Holy Smoke
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Barbara Franc (@barbara.franc) British artist Barbara Franc, who creates animal sculptures out of wire and
Barbara Franc is a London-based artist who turns everyday discarded items into lively animal sculptures.
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