Bruce smith
wairoa / Gisborne

 

Bruce Smith is a polymer clay sculptor who works with Du Kit, the New Zealand made polyclay.

 

In the early nineties Bruce worked for the Department of Conservation as an in house artist designing displays and sculpting native animals. In particular he made insects and lizards. At this time his work generated high interest and culminated in a commission from the Minister of Conservation. Wayne Mowat from Radio New Zealand's National Programme followed up with an interview.

In 2002 Bruce moved to Wairoa and opened an Art Gallery where he worked and lived. The work produced at that time was very eclectic, featuring a combination of native animals and fantasy and science fiction creatures.

In 2004, encouraged by fellow Wairoa Artist Chris Wilson, Bruce entered 3 pieces into the Hawkes Bay Review, winning the sculpture section. Curator Damien Skinner commenting on the "in-depth character of the works".

Bruce studies art in his spare time, and for the past four years has seen a change in his style to more serious works of a satyrical nature. He is influenced by the artists of the 1930's, favourites being Otto Dix, Max Beckman and Max Earnst to name a few. Recently Bruce has made the move to Gisborne, from where he continues to create.

You can contact Bruce on 027 354 8208