Gabriel Parfitt
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How would you describe the work you do and why?
My practice explores space and form by fabricating ferrous steel and found metal. My work revolves around instinctive and sometimes unconventional manipulation of metal to create dynamic stylised sculptures. I use subtle narratives that are illustrated by imitating and abstracting key influences such as the human figure and creatures found in the Forest of Dean and Wye Valley.
For you what does being an artist mean?:
I'm based in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire and have recently rekindled my love of sculpture and the art of making. Being an artist means having the ability and freedom to make and to express my thoughts and ideas through my chosen medium of steel.
Describe what you call yourself/your practice?:
Sculptor
Your practice & activities include e.g workshops, teaching:
I'm currently focusing on my sculpture practice in my sixteenth century cow shed at Noxon Farm.
CV & Education, relevant & leading to your artistic practice:
BA (hons) Sculpture - Bretton Hall, University of Leeds
• Sculptor - Noxon Farm, Gloucestershire
• Arts Tutor - Artspace Cinderford
• Arts Programme Manager - Crisis - London
• Director – Free Painters and Sculptors Collective - London
Exhibitions in the last 3 years:
Wye Valley Sculpture 2026
Showborough House 2025
Ross Open Gardens 2025
Canwood Art Gallery 2024-25-26
Art in Penault 2025
Made in Ross 2023-24
Your gallery outlets/stockists:
Canwood Gallery
Wye Valley Sculpture Garden